The Columbus Blue Jackets battle the visiting Washington Capitals on Tuesday in NHL betting odds action at Nationwide Arena.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
NHL Hockey odds makers at Sportsbook had the Columbus Blue Jackets as -118 moneyline favorites in this betting matchup. Those over under betting saw the line open at 5.5 at Sportsbook.
Odds Shark computer prediction formulas pick a 3-2.8 win for the Blue Jackets on Tuesday. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Washington Capitals vs Columbus Blue Jackets Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Columbus Blue Jackets currently sport a record of 27-21-4. The Washington Capitals are 30-17-5. Betting totals have seen the Blue Jackets post a 22-30 OVER/UNDER record this season, while the Capitals have gone 30-22 against the number. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Columbus vs Washington injuries news.
According to new NHL Power Rankings here at Odds Shark, it's the No. 18-ranked Columbus Blue Jackets and the No. 19-rated Washington Capitals in this matchup.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Columbus's No. 26-ranked offense, averaging 2.63 goals per game, against a Capitals defense that ranks No. 17 at 2.92 goals allowed. The Blue Jackets power play is averaging 14.19% while the Capitals defense kills off 78.61% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Capitals were a 4-3 loser in their most recent outing at home against the Golden Knights. That made Sportsbooks of bettors who got Vegas at +102 on the moneyline, while the total score (7) was good news for OVER bettors.
Last time out for Columbus, they were a 4-3 loser as they battled the Islanders on the road. Moneyline bettors who got the Islanders at -127 were rewarded, while the 7 combined goals moved the game OVER for totals bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
Washington home to Columbus, Friday, February 9th