The visiting Columbus Blue Jackets hope for a solid performance on Friday as they look to steal a win at Consol Energy Centre against the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The visiting Columbus Blue Jackets opened as 166 moneyline underdogs in this one at most online sportsbooks tracked at Odds Shark, including Sportsbook. The total opened at 5.5 for those preferring over under betting, watch for the line updates during the day at Sportsbook.
Handicapping models based on recent betting stats and prediction formulas pick a 2.7-1.9 win for the Penguins. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Columbus Blue Jackets vs Pittsburgh Penguins Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Columbus Blue Jackets will try to spoil to the party on Friday; they are 4-12-0 this season, while the Penguins are 10-5-0. Columbus is 9-6-1 on the totals; Pittsburgh is 3-9-3. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Pittsburgh vs Columbus injuries news.
The Blue Jackets - Penguins odds would favor the Penguins if the lines were set according to our power ranks. Pittsburgh is rated No. 15 in the current Odds Shark poll, while Columbus is at No. 20.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Pittsburgh's No. 25-ranked offense, averaging 2.33 goals per game, against a Blue Jackets defense that ranks No. 29 at 3.69 goals allowed. The Penguins power play is averaging 15.56% while the Blue Jackets defense kills off 75% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Blue Jackets were a 5-3 loser in their most recent outing at home against the Canucks. That made Sportsbooks of bettors who got Vancouver at -101 on the moneyline, while the total score (8) was good news for OVER bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
Columbus home to Arizona, Saturday, November 14th
Pittsburgh at New Jersey, Saturday, November 14th