Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Calgary Flames Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Calgary Flames Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds
The Columbus Blue Jackets and the Calgary Flames will meet from Scotiabank Saddledome on Thursday night.
Blue Jackets vs. Flames Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: January 25, 2024
- Game Time: 9:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN+
Blue Jackets vs. Flames Odds
- Spread:Â Blue Jackets +1 (+102), Flames -1 (-1)
- Total Odds:Â O 6.5 (-109), U 6.5 (-105)
- Moneyline Odds:Â Blue Jackets (+163), Flames (-190)
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Calgary Flames Prediction
Columbus rolls into this contest with a 14-23-9 record. That record is the worst in the Eastern Conference.
It has been a rough year in Columbus, and things have been no better as of late.
The Jackets have lost five of their last six games.
Johnny Gaudreau has been the most productive player on the team, with seven goals and 22 assists. Despite leading the team in points, it has been a down season for Gaudreau, who scored 40 goals two years ago.
Adam Fantilli is one bright spot for the Jackets. The 19-year-old center has scored 11 goals while adding 14 assists.
Defenseman Zach Werenski has racked up 24 assists to lead the team.
Goaltender Elvis Merzlikins has an 8-10-6 record and a GA/g of 3.29.
Calgary begins play with a 21-21-5 record.
The Flames are currently in 12th place in the Western Conference.
Calgary is four points out of the final playoff spot.
Center Blake Coleman leads the Flames with 20 goals and 19 assists.
Veteran Nazem Kadri has delivered a strong first season in Calgary, adding 16 goals and 22 assists.
Yegor Sharangovich is tied for the team lead in goals with 20.
Goalie Jacob Markstrom brings a 13-12-2 record into play with a Ga/g of 2.64, which ranks 16th in the NHL.
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Calgary Flames Pick
The Jackets are in a terrible spot right now, as they are playing as badly as anyone in hockey.
Columbus has been worse on the road, with a 5-15 record SU away from home.
Calgary holds matchup advantages across the board and will take care of business in a game that they desperately need tonight.
Pick: Calgary Flames -1 -134Â Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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