NHL Betting Preview: Blue Jackets vs Hurricanes
The Columbus Blue Jackets square off against the Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center, with face-off scheduled for 16:00 on Thursday, April 2.
Back Canes to Have the Edge
We’re keeping things simple by backing the Hurricanes on the 3-Way Moneyline. They should get the better of the Blue Jackets and our betting prediction is available at odds of -115.
Teams’ Last Battle Saw 5-2 Canes Victory
Columbus Blue Jackets and Carolina Hurricanes faced off two nights ago, with the Canes coming away with a 5-2 win at Nationwide Arena.
The Canes had 25 shots on goal and Andrei Svechnikov was one of five different players on the scoresheet. The Blue Jackets fired 25 shots on goal, with Kirill Marchenko and Adam Fantilli scoring one goal each.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Canes have triumphed in six of the previous 10 clashes between these teams.
Starting Goalies
Jet Greaves (Expected)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
24-15-9
2.6
.909
2
23/24
3-6-0
3.49
.908
0
Frederik Andersen (Expected)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
13-13-5
3.2
.871
0
23/24
13-2-0
1.84
.932
3
Columbus Blue Jackets – Last 10 Games
5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.8 goals from 26.8 shots on goal, with a 12.9% powerplay efficiency. The Blue Jackets have given up 2.3 goals from 26.6 shots, averaging 3.9 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 79.5%.
Zach Werenski is the top points scorer with 10 points, 1 goal and 9 assists, with Adam Fantilli racking up 9 points, 3 goals and 6 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Jet Greaves have a 2.11 goal against average with a .919 save percentage.
Carolina Hurricanes – Last 10 Games
The Canes have 6 wins and 4 losses, averaging 3.4 goals from 34.7 shots on goal, with a 31.4% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.1 goals from 22.7 shots, averaging 3.6 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 88.9%.
The top points scorer is Nikolaj Ehlers with 13 points, 4 goals and 9 assists, while Seth Jarvis is next in line after having 9 points, 2 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Brandon Bussi have a 2.82 GAA with a .879 SV%.
Columbus Blue Jackets vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction & Picks
Make the most of Columbus Blue Jackets vs Carolina Hurricanes with our betting analysis that includes an expert match prediction, expected scoreline, key player prop picks and a value-focused bet builder.
Game Prediction
The pick is that Carolina Hurricanes will outscore their opponents in 60 minutes, with odds of -115 currently available that they win this NHL game. That looks a price worth taking on this value selection.
The handicappers at Sportsgambler.com always keep close tabs on team news as it develops. We also rely on recent form and key NHL stats to help shape our hockey predictions and guide the final call.
Key Blue Jackets vs Hurricanes stats:
Hurricanes have won 8 of their last 10 games at home.Hurricanes have won 15 of their last 20 games at home.Blue Jackets have lost their last 4 games.Hurricanes have won 6 of their last 10 games against Blue Jackets.Canes 3-Way Moneyline Probability
Based on the odds from the best betting apps, our pick has a 53.5% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we can recommend this hockey bet.
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Our Game Prediction
Hurricanes 3-Way Moneyline @ -115
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Player Prop Picks
Charlie Coyle (Blue Jackets) has finished with Under 1.5 shots on goal in 5 of the past 5 games. We think he might fall short of the mark, with odds of -164 available when it comes to this Shots on Goal bet.
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Columbus Blue Jackets vs Carolina Hurricanes Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Canes Likely to Win According to Latest Odds
The Carolina Hurricanes odds have been priced up by the sportsbooks and they are -185 betting favorites to land victory in this game which means a 65% chance of winning. Columbus Blue Jackets are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +152.
The puck line is 1.5 and total goals is 6.5. Hockey fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Totals wager. The Over 6.5 selection is available to back at -100.
The best betting sites offer hundreds of game lines and team props when it comes to National Hockey League clashes. Make sure you look through all the available options before deciding which bet to place.
Seth Jarvis Favorite to Be First Goalscorer
The Anytime Goalscorer betting indicates that Seth Jarvis has odds of +170. He is available at +1100 to find the net first which makes him favorite.
Player Goals
Seth Jarvis (Hurricanes)
Andrei Svechnikov (Hurricanes)
Kirill Marchenko (Blue Jackets)
Sebastian Aho (Hurricanes)
Player Assists
Zach Werenski (Blue Jackets)
Sebastian Aho (Hurricanes)
Seth Jarvis (Hurricanes)
Shayne Gostisbehere (Hurricanes)
Player Shots
Seth Jarvis (Hurricanes)
Kirill Marchenko (Blue Jackets)
Sebastian Aho (Hurricanes)
Adam Fantilli (Blue Jackets)
Micro Betting
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Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Columbus Blue Jackets Stats
Carolina Hurricanes Stats
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games
+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 of the last 10 games on the road
-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 5.30 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 4.80 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.90 goals and allowed 2.40 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.70 pts and allowed 2.10 goals in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.20 goals in the previous 10 home games
Over 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 4.00 goals and allowed 3.20 goals in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.4
Shots: 26.8
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.9
Empty Net Goals: 0.2
Penalty Minutes: 9.3
Blocks: 13.8
Faceoff Wins : 27.5
Hits: 20.1
Giveaways: 14.4
Takeaways: 5.4
Last 10 Games on the Road
Goals Powerplay: 0.4
Shots: 27.9
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.5
Empty Net Goals: 0.3
Penalty Minutes: 7.7
Blocks: 14.4
Faceoff Wins : 25.5
Hits: 21.4
Giveaways: 15.3
Takeaways: 5.7
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 1.1
Shots: 34.7
Goals Shorthanded: 0.4
Penalties: 3.6
Empty Net Goals: 0.4
Penalty Minutes: 8.2
Blocks: 18
Faceoff Wins : 28.2
Hits: 21.7
Giveaways: 15.2
Takeaways: 5.6
Last 10 Home Games
Goals Powerplay: 1
Shots: 34.4
Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
Penalties: 3.3
Empty Net Goals: 0.1
Penalty Minutes: 6.6
Blocks: 19.5
Faceoff Wins : 29.9
Hits: 21.5
Giveaways: 16.1
Takeaways: 6.2
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Robert Carter
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