Columbus Blue Jackets vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Picks & Predictions
On Saturday, the Columbus Blue Jackets (6-8-2) will face off against the Montreal Canadiens (5-10-2) in an Eastern Conference match-up. Both teams have had slow starts to the
Game outlook
On Saturday, the Columbus Blue Jackets (6-8-2) will face off against the Montreal Canadiens (5-10-2) in an Eastern Conference match-up. Both teams have had slow starts to the year, and we will review their recent performances before providing predictions for the game. The Montreal Canadiens are currently favored to win, opening at -141 but the current line is Montreal -115. Puck drop is set for 7:00 ET at the Bell Centre in Montreal, QC.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Blue Jackets +101 | Canadiens -115
Spread: Blue Jackets +1.5 (-230) | Canadiens -1.5 (+194)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Montreal will win straight-up is 53%.
Columbus Blue Jackets
The Columbus Blue Jackets have had a modest start to the season with a record of 5-5. They recently broke a six-game losing streak with a convincing 6-2 win over the Penguins, showcasing their offensive depth with goals from six different players. Goalie Elvis Merzlikins played a strong game, making 21 saves. The team is performing decently on the power play and penalty kill, ranking 19th and 13th in the league, respectively. Despite low expectations, the Blue Jackets are currently ranked 16th in offense and 28th in defense, with a power ranking of 26. At +30,000 odds to win the Stanley Cup, they are considered a long shot in the league.