Columbus Blue Jackets vs San Jose Sharks Betting Picks & Predictions
The Columbus Blue Jackets are coming off two bad losses after winning two in a row and are tied for the third-fewest points in the Eastern Conference. This is their first
Game outlook
The Columbus Blue Jackets are coming off two bad losses after winning two in a row and are tied for the third-fewest points in the Eastern Conference. This is their first game of the season against the San Jose Sharks, who have struggled early on with the fewest points in the NHL. The Sharks had won three in a row before their last loss, which was their first win streak of the season after losing their first nine games. The odds for the Columbus Blue Jackets vs. San Jose Sharks game are not posted yet, but Columbus opens as the betting favorite at -131. Be sure to check back for updated odds.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Blue Jackets -131 | Sharks +113
Spread: Blue Jackets -1.5 (+184) | Sharks +1.5 (-220)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Columbus will win straight-up is 57%.
Columbus Blue Jackets
The Blue Jackets have struggled defensively in their last two games, giving up a total of 13 goals after previously only allowing one in two consecutive wins. In their most recent game against the Washington Capitals, they were dominated with a final score of 7-2, despite outshooting their opponents. Goalie Daniil Tarasov had a rough game, giving up all seven goals, prompting a potential switch to Elvis Merzlikins in the next game. The team's offense has been solid, averaging 3.55 goals per game, but their defense ranks 24th in the NHL with an average of 3.46 goals allowed per game. Top scorers for the Blue Jackets include Kirill Marchenko and Sean Monahan. The team currently holds a 5-5-1 record for the season.