Columbus Blue Jackets vs
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Seattle Kraken Favored to Secure Victory Against Columbus Blue Jackets in Tuesday Matchup

The Columbus Blue Jackets are set to face the Seattle Kraken on Tuesday, November 12 at 10 p.m. ET. Columbus comes into this matchup with a record of 5-7-2, following a 4-2 loss to Anaheim, while the Kraken are 6-8-1 after a 4-3 OT victory over Vegas. Seattle is the betting favorite at -183, with the line remaining unchanged. It will be an anticipated game as both teams look to secure a key win.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blue Jackets +160 | Kraken -183
• Spread: Blue Jackets +1.5 (-160) | Kraken -1.5 (+137)
• Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Seattle will win straight-up is 65%.

Columbus vs Seattle Stats

Columbus Blue Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets are in a tough spot, having lost five games in a row including all four on a recent road trip. They are struggling to keep pucks out of their net, allowing an average of 3.5 goals per game while scoring 3.14 goals per game. Their power ranking is currently at 23, with a 12th ranking in offense (3.33 goals per game) and a 25th ranking in defense (allowing 3.33 goals per game against). Despite their challenges, they have a record of 5-7-2 this season. Goalie Elvis Merzlikins is likely to start the next game, with a 2-4-1 record, a 2.89 GAA, and a .899 SV% this season.

Seattle Kraken Analysis

The Seattle Kraken recently broke a four-game losing streak with a 4-3 OT win over Vegas, with Jared McCann scoring the game-winning goal. So far this season, Seattle is averaging 2.86 goals per game and allowing 3.2 goals per game, with a record of 6-8-1. They have a power ranking of 26, ranking 20th in offense and 21st in defense. Key players include McCann, Brandon Montour, and Matty Beniers. Joey Daccord will start as the goalie with a record of 5-3-1, a 2.79 GAA, and a .912 SV%. Seattle will face Columbus, who has won their last three matchups against the Kraken.

Seattle Kraken Poised to Defend Home Ice Against Columbus Blue Jackets

The Columbus hockey team has faced challenges in their recent games, particularly during their West Coast road trip, a traditionally tough stretch for Eastern Conference teams. Conversely, the Seattle Kraken have demonstrated strong performance on home ice. With goaltender Daccord showing reliability in net, the Kraken are poised to contain the Blue Jackets' offensive capabilities and secure another victory at home. In light of these factors, an advantageous wager opportunity presents itself with Seattle on the moneyline at odds below -200. Consider taking Seattle ML at -192 for this matchup.

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