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Los Angeles Kings Set to Take on Columbus Blue Jackets in Line for Puck Line Cover

Game time: December 5, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: Nationwide Arena — Columbus, OH

Article updated Dec 4, 5:36 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Los Angeles Kings, who sport a 13-7 record, are looking to extend their winning streak to two games when they travel to Nationwide Arena to take on the Columbus Blue

Game outlook

The Los Angeles Kings, who sport a 13-7 record, are looking to extend their winning streak to two games when they travel to Nationwide Arena to take on the Columbus Blue Jackets (8-14-4) on Tuesday night. This game is scheduled to begin at 7 PM ET. The Kings are coming off a 4-1 win over Colorado and the Blue Jackets are coming off a 3-1 loss to Boston. Additionally, Los Angeles has a 6-2-2 record in their last 10 games against Columbus and is the betting favorite to win with odds of -206 and a current line of -219.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Kings -219 | Blue Jackets +184

Spread: Kings -1.5 (+112) | Blue Jackets +1.5 (-133)

Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 69%.

Los Angeles Kings

The Kings have won six of their last seven games and are looking to make it seven of their last eight with a win against the Blue Jackets. Quinton Byfield, Adrian Kempe and Trevor Moore were integral parts of the last game, scoring two goals, two assists and one goal respectively. Cam Talbot was impressive in goal, saving 20 of the 21 shots he faced. Blake Lizotte is questionable for the game due to an undisclosed injury. The Los Angeles Kings have been playing well and maintain a power ranking of 1. They are averaging 3.86 goals per game and have allowed an average of 2.29 points to be scored against them. They have won six of their last seven games with a total record of 14-4-3. Quinton Byfield, Adrian Kempe and Trevor Moore have been integral to recent success, while Cam Talbot saved 20 of the 21 shots faced in the last game. Blake Lizotte is questionable for the next game due to an undisclosed injury.

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Columbus Blue Jackets Analysis

For their next match, they will try to bounce back from their last game's loss and win against the Kings. Boone Jenner scored the lone goal in the last game, with Zach Werenski and Mathieu Olivier recording assists. Despite the loss, Spencer Martin saved 25 of the 28 shots he faced, holding a record of 2-6-1 in 10 games and a 3.20 GAA/ .902 save percentage. Cole Sillinger is currently questionable with an upper-body injury. Betting advice included. The Columbus Blue Jackets have an 8-14-4 record and are ranked #24 for offense, scoring an average of 2.85 goals per game, and #21 for defense, allowing an average of 3.35 goals per game. They are coming off a loss to the Bruins with Boone Jenner scoring their lone goal and Zach Werenski and Mathieu Olivier with assists. The team will attempt to earn their second win in three games against the Kings, with Spencer Martin protecting the goal with a record of 2-6-1 in 10 games and a 3.20 GAA/ .902 save percentage. For this game, Cole Sillinger is questionable with an upper body injury. Professional NHL picks are available to assist with betting decisions.

Kings Riding Hot Streak to Take Down Blue Jackets in Puck Line Cover

The Kings have been on a strong run, winning six of their last seven games and nine consecutive road games. Offensively, they have been formidable, recording four or more goals in five of their last six games. The power play has been effective, recording a conversion rate of over 19 percent. Meanwhile, the Blue Jackets have lost three of their last five games, and have scored only seven goals in their last three games. Their power play has not been as efficient, converting just under 15 percent of opportunities. On defense, the Blue Jackets have given up nine goals in their last three games, which likely will not help them against the Kings' steady defense. Los Angeles has allowed only three goals in their last three games and are very effective when it comes to penalty killing. For these reasons, the Kings appear to be the better bet for a puck line cover.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Kings vs Blue Jackets archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Kings vs Blue Jackets matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Los Angeles Kings-206 → -213Moved
  • Moneyline · Columbus Blue Jackets+181 → +180Moved
  • Spread · Los Angeles Kings-1.5 (+116) → -1.5 (+115)Moved
  • Spread · Columbus Blue Jackets+1.5 (-136) → +1.5 (-135)Moved
  • Total · Over6.5 (-110) → 6 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under6.5 (-110) → 6 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Los Angeles Kings
13-7 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Columbus Blue Jackets
8-18 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-12-04T22:36:03.471Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Kings have won six of their last seven games and are looking to make it seven of their last eight with a win against the Blue Jackets. Quinton Byfield, Adrian Kempe and Trevor Moore were integral parts of the last game, scoring two goals, two assists and one goal respectively. Cam Talbot was impressive in goal, saving 20 of the 21 shots he faced. Blake Lizotte is questionable for the game due to an undisclosed injury. The Los Angeles Kings have been playing well and maintain a power ranking of 1. They are averaging 3.86 goals per game and have allowed an average of 2.29 points to be scored against them. They have won six of their last seven games with a total record of 14-4-3. Quinton Byfield, Adrian Kempe and Trevor Moore have been integral to recent success, while Cam Talbot saved 20 of the 21 shots faced in the last game. Blake Lizotte is questionable for the next game due to an undisclosed injury.

For their next match, they will try to bounce back from their last game's loss and win against the Kings. Boone Jenner scored the lone goal in the last game, with Zach Werenski and Mathieu Olivier recording assists. Despite the loss, Spencer Martin saved 25 of the 28 shots he faced, holding a record of 2-6-1 in 10 games and a 3.20 GAA/ .902 save percentage. Cole Sillinger is currently questionable with an upper-body injury. Betting advice included. The Columbus Blue Jackets have an 8-14-4 record and are ranked #24 for offense, scoring an average of 2.85 goals per game, and #21 for defense, allowing an average of 3.35 goals per game. They are coming off a loss to the Bruins with Boone Jenner scoring their lone goal and Zach Werenski and Mathieu Olivier with assists. The team will attempt to earn their second win in three games against the Kings, with Spencer Martin protecting the goal with a record of 2-6-1 in 10 games and a 3.20 GAA/ .902 save percentage. For this game, Cole Sillinger is questionable with an upper body injury. Professional NHL picks are available to assist with betting decisions.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Los Angeles Kings defeated Columbus Blue Jackets 4-3

Los Angeles Kings defeated Columbus Blue Jackets 4-3 on December 5, 2023, a 1-goal decision in the series. Los Angeles Kings' strongest period was the 3rd period, when it outscored its opponent 3-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Los Angeles Kings -1.5 (+115) spread, Columbus Blue Jackets covered, while the 7 combined goals finished over the recorded total of 6.

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Tipster picks

  • JoeyBergMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -206Win
  • MackintoshMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -219Win
  • SimonsaysMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -219Win
  • TjwinsTotal · Under 6.5 (-110)Loss
  • TjwinsMoneyline · Columbus Blue Jackets +184Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Under 6.5 (-110)Loss
  • JtgarciaMoneyline · Columbus Blue Jackets +185Loss
  • MikeVargasMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -219Win
  • CoolioMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -205Win
  • OddssharkMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -205Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 6 (-110)Win
  • BooksworstnightmareMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -205
Win
  • CoversMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -205Win