Panthers vs. Blue Jackets Player Props, Picks and Predictions – Sunday, Dec. 10

We have your Florida Panthers vs. Columbus Blue Jackets prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Florida Panthers hit the road to face the Columbus Blue Jackets.

The Florida Panthers (16-8-2) are set to face off against the Columbus Blue Jackets (9-15-5) in what promises to be an intriguing matchup. With the Panthers on a 2-game winning streak and sitting comfortably in their division, they’ll look to extend their success on the road, while the Blue Jackets aim to build on their recent victory and improve their standing at home.

Florida Panthers vs. Columbus Blue Jackets Odds Info

Moneyline: Florida Panthers -245 (BetRivers) / Columbus Blue Jackets +200 (BetMGM)

Puck Line: +1.5 – Florida Panthers +102 (BetRivers) / Columbus Blue Jackets -115 (BetMGM)

Total: 6.5 – +105 (DraftKings) / -122 (FanDuel)

Game Info

Date: Sunday, Dec. 10

Time: 01:00 PM

Location: Nationwide Arena – Columbus, OH

TV: NHL Network

Florida Panthers Betting Trends

• On the road this season, the Florida Panthers have 7 wins and 6 losses.
• As the favorite this season, the Florida Panthers have 13 wins and 4 losses.
• This season, the Florida Panthers have hit 12 overs and 14 unders.

Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Trends

• At home this season, the Columbus Blue Jackets have 7 wins and 9 losses.
• As the underdog this season, the Columbus Blue Jackets have 8 wins and 17 losses.
• This season, the Columbus Blue Jackets have hit 16 overs and 13 unders.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Over the last two seasons, the Florida Panthers and Columbus Blue Jackets have faced off four times, with the Panthers emerging victorious in three of those encounters while the Blue Jackets claimed one win. The majority of these games favored the home team, which won three out of the four matchups. When it comes to betting statistics, both teams have split the outcomes against the spread, with each team covering twice. The over/under results leaned heavily towards high-scoring games, with the over hitting three times and the under only once. The Panthers have shown a strong offensive presence, particularly in the game on April 1, 2023, where they dominated with a 7-0 victory, and their goaltending has been solid, recording two shutouts in the four games. The Blue Jackets, on the other hand, have struggled defensively, as evidenced by the high number of goals against in these matchups. The statistics also reveal that the Panthers tend to take more shots on goal and have a higher win percentage over the two seasons compared to the Blue Jackets.

The most recent game between the two teams took place on November 6, 2023, and was a tightly contested affair that ended with a 5-4 victory for the Florida Panthers in overtime. The Panthers, who were the home team and favorites with a closing moneyline of -210, managed to overcome a late-game rally by the Blue Jackets. Despite being outshot, the Blue Jackets showed resilience by blocking a significant number of shots, totaling 30 compared to the Panthers’ 23. The game was characterized by a series of comebacks, with the Blue Jackets erasing a three-goal deficit to take a 4-3 lead in the third period, only for the Panthers to tie the game late and eventually secure the win in overtime. The Panthers had more shots on goal with 46, while the Blue Jackets had 23. The game’s high-scoring nature meant that the total score of 9 comfortably surpassed the closing over-under line of 6.5, marking it as an over result.

Florida Panthers vs. Columbus Blue Jackets Predictions

The Florida Panthers head into the game with a strong record, having won their last two games and showing consistency in their performance. The Panthers’ offense has been spearheaded by center Sam Reinhart, who leads the team with 17 goals and 33 points. Their success on the ice has been a team effort, with a solid defense backing up their offensive prowess. The Panthers will be looking to maintain their position near the top of their conference and division standings, and a win against the Blue Jackets would help solidify their standing.

On the other side, the Columbus Blue Jackets have had a challenging season, but they come into this game with a sense of optimism after snapping a three-game losing streak with a recent win. The Blue Jackets will be without their captain Boone Jenner, who is sidelined with a fractured jaw, putting more pressure on their young Russian line, including Kirill Marchenko, who leads the team with 9 goals. The Blue Jackets have shown they can compete, especially at home, and will need to leverage their even-strength play, where they’ve been tied for first in the NHL in goals.

This game will also feature a battle between the pipes, with the Panthers’ Sergei Bobrovsky, a former Blue Jacket, expected to start. Bobrovsky’s experience and skill will be key for the Panthers, while the Blue Jackets will likely rely on the youthful Jet Greaves, who recently recorded his first career win. The matchup to watch will be the Panthers’ high-flying offense against the Blue Jackets’ defense, which has been improving but will need to be at its best to contain the Panthers’ attack. With both teams looking to assert themselves, this game could come down to which team capitalizes on their opportunities and manages to control the pace of the game.

Florida Panthers vs. Columbus Blue Jackets Pick

The Columbus Blue Jackets, despite their struggles this season, present a compelling case for a moneyline bet in their upcoming game against the Florida Panthers. The Blue Jackets are coming off a morale-boosting win and will be playing at home, where they have historically been stronger. The absence of Boone Jenner is significant, but it also provides an opportunity for the team’s younger talent to step up, as seen with Kirill Marchenko’s team-leading goal tally. The Blue Jackets have demonstrated resilience, particularly in their recent head-to-head matchups against the Panthers, where they’ve shown the ability to come back from deficits and push games into overtime. With the Panthers on a road trip and the Blue Jackets looking to build on their recent victory, the value lies with the home team’s moneyline, especially considering the favorable odds.

Furthermore, the Panthers, while having a strong season, have shown some vulnerability on the road, with a record that is less dominant than at home. The Blue Jackets’ even-strength play has been a bright spot, and if they can leverage this against the Panthers’ defense, they have a chance to control the game’s tempo. Additionally, the Blue Jackets’ goaltending situation, with Jet Greaves showing promise, could be a difference-maker. Considering the trends, the Blue Jackets’ potential for an upset, and the attractive odds, a moneyline bet on Columbus is a calculated risk worth taking for this matchup.

The Pick: Columbus Blue Jackets +200. (BetMGM)

Florida Panthers vs. Columbus Blue Jackets Player Prop Picks

Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.

Florida Panthers