We have your Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Carolina Hurricanes prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Columbus Blue Jackets hit the road to face the Carolina Hurricanes.
The Carolina Hurricanes (11-8-0) are set to host the Columbus Blue Jackets (6-11-4) in a clash of Eastern Conference teams. As the Hurricanes look to rebound from a recent loss, the Blue Jackets aim to extend their winning streak in this intriguing matchup.
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Carolina Hurricanes Odds Info
Moneyline: Columbus Blue Jackets +240 (DraftKings) / Carolina Hurricanes -286 (BetRivers)
Puck Line: -1.5 – Columbus Blue Jackets -105 (DraftKings) / Carolina Hurricanes -115 (DraftKings)
Total: 6.5 – -110 (PointsBet) / +100 (BetMGM)
Game Info
Date: Sunday, Nov. 26
Time: 05:00 PM
Location: PNC Arena – Raleigh, NC
TV: ESPN+
Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Trends
- On the road this season, the Columbus Blue Jackets have 2 wins and 8 losses.
- As the underdog this season, the Columbus Blue Jackets have 5 wins and 13 losses.
- This season, the Columbus Blue Jackets have hit 12 overs and 9 unders.
Carolina Hurricanes Betting Trends
- At home this season, the Carolina Hurricanes have 6 wins and 2 losses.
- As the favorite this season, the Carolina Hurricanes have 11 wins and 6 losses.
- This season, the Carolina Hurricanes have hit 10 overs and 9 unders.
Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis
Over the course of the last two seasons, the Columbus Blue Jackets and Carolina Hurricanes have faced off three times, with the Hurricanes emerging victorious in two of these encounters. The first meeting took place on October 12, 2022, with Carolina winning 4-1 at home. The subsequent games were both hosted by Columbus, with the Blue Jackets winning the second matchup on January 7, 2023, with a score of 4-3, and the Hurricanes claiming the third game on January 12, 2023, with a decisive 6-2 victory. In terms of betting statistics, Carolina covered the spread in two of the three games, while Columbus covered once. The over/under betting results saw the over hit twice and the under once. The Hurricanes were the favorites in all three games, as indicated by their lower moneyline odds each time. The home team won twice, and the visitor once, suggesting a slight home-ice advantage in this matchup. Key statistics from these games include a total of 17 goals scored by Carolina and 7 by Columbus, with the Hurricanes also leading in shots on goal across the three games with a total of 126 compared to the Blue Jackets’ 73.
The most recent game between the two teams on January 12, 2023, saw the Carolina Hurricanes dominate the Columbus Blue Jackets with a 6-2 win on the road. Carolina was heavily favored with a closing moneyline of -375 and a closing spread of 1.5, which they covered by winning with a four-goal margin. The game’s total score of 8 meant that the over hit, as the closing over-under was set at 6.5. The Hurricanes outshot the Blue Jackets 41 to 23, showcasing their offensive strength. Carolina’s penalty kill was particularly effective, as they scored a short-handed goal and killed off all penalties. The Hurricanes’ Brett Pesce, Brent Burns, Sean Kuraly, Jalen Chatfield, Jaccob Slavin, and Johnny Gaudreau all contributed to the scoreline, with Pesce and Slavin also adding assists. The assists column was well-rounded, with contributions from multiple players including Teuvo Teravainen, Jesperi Kotkaniemi, and Sebastian Aho. Frederik Andersen was in goal for Carolina and saved 21 of the 23 shots he faced, resulting in a save percentage of 0.913 for the game.
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Carolina Hurricanes Predictions
The Carolina Hurricanes, holding a record of 11-8-0, are looking to bounce back after a heavy defeat to the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Hurricanes have been strong at home with a 6-2-0 record at PNC Arena and will be relying on their top scorer Teuvo Teravainen and playmaker Sebastian Aho to reignite their offensive firepower. Carolina’s power play has been effective this season, and they’ll be looking to exploit the Blue Jackets’ penalty kill, which has had its struggles.
On the other side, the Columbus Blue Jackets, with a record of 6-11-4, are coming into this game with newfound confidence after securing back-to-back victories, including a recent win against the New Jersey Devils. The Blue Jackets will lean on center Boone Jenner, their leading goal scorer, and defenseman Zach Werenski, who tops the team in assists and points. Columbus has shown resilience as the underdog and will look to continue that trend against the Hurricanes.
Defensively, both teams have had their challenges, with the Hurricanes allowing 3.42 goals against per game and the Blue Jackets conceding 3.48. The goaltending matchup will be crucial, with Carolina’s Antti Raanta and Columbus’s Elvis Merzlikins both seeking to provide their teams with the stability needed at the back. This game could come down to special teams and goaltending, with both sides eager to claim crucial points in the Eastern Conference standings.
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Carolina Hurricanes Pick
The Columbus Blue Jackets come into this game as the underdogs, but their recent form suggests they could offer value on the moneyline. With back-to-back wins, including a morale-boosting victory against the New Jersey Devils, the Blue Jackets have momentum on their side. Despite their overall record, Columbus has shown they can rise to the occasion, as evidenced by their 13-8 record against the spread this season. The Blue Jackets’ resilience and ability to keep games close, coupled with their 80% against the spread record in their last five road games, indicate they could be primed to upset the Hurricanes, who have been inconsistent of late.
While the Carolina Hurricanes are formidable at home, their recent 8-2 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning exposes some vulnerabilities that the Blue Jackets could exploit. Carolina’s penalty kill has been less than stellar, and if Columbus can capitalize on power play opportunities, they could tilt the game in their favor. Additionally, the Blue Jackets’ goaltender Elvis Merzlikins has shown he can be a difference-maker, and if he brings his A-game, he could stifle the Hurricanes’ offense. Considering the favorable odds and the Blue Jackets’ recent uptick in performance, the smart money could be on Columbus to continue their winning ways.
The Pick: Columbus Blue Jackets +240 (DraftKings)