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Columbus Blue Jackets vs Calgary Flames Betting Preview
The Columbus Blue Jackets open a four-game Western road trip Wednesday night at the Scotiabank Saddledome looking to bounce back from a crushing 3-2 loss to the Islanders. Columbus allowed two late goals in that defeat, and coach Dean Evason said his team must “start on time” to avoid another slow opening.
The Calgary Flames meanwhile, return home after earning a 2-1 win over Philadelphia that ended a three-game skid. Jonathan Huberdeau scored both goals and continues a five-game point streak as the club celebrates Nazem Kadri’s 1,000th career game.
Both sides sit near opposite ends of their respective conferences, but the early November meeting carries weight for momentum and morale.
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Line Movement and Odds
Columbus opened as a slight road favorite at -113 on the moneyline, with Calgary close behind at -105. The total sits at 6 goals, with the Over -114 and Under -107, per the NHL odds board.
Early action shows public money leaning toward Columbus after its stronger start, while sharper bettors have taken small bites on the home underdog. Line movement has been minimal, suggesting balanced market confidence.
Matchup Breakdown
Columbus Outlook:
The Blue Jackets have been one of the better defensive teams early, ranking among the top ten in goals allowed. Elvis Merzlikins continues to stabilize the crease, while Kirill Marchenko and Zach Werenski drive the offense. Columbus is 7-5-0 overall and 4-3 in conference play, thriving when it controls pace and protects leads.
Calgary Outlook:
Despite sitting near the bottom of the standings, the Flames show fight. They rank top-10 in shots and hits, reflecting a heavy, physical style. Huberdeau’s line has sparked offensively, and Dustin Wolf’s performance Sunday offered a needed lift in net. Coach Ryan Huska hopes home ice keeps that rhythm alive.
Expect a tempo contrast: Columbus thrives on structure, while Calgary relies on emotion and crowd energy.
Injuries and Conditions
Columbus Blue Jackets
- Erik Gudbranson (D) – Questionable, upper body
- Luca Marrelli (D) – Out, shoulder
- Denton Mateychuk (D) – Questionable, undisclosed
Full updates at the Columbus Blue Jackets injury report
Calgary Flames
- Martin Pospisil (C) – Out, undisclosed
See the Calgary Flames injury report
No weather factor in the indoor Scotiabank Saddledome.
Best Bets and Prediction
Columbus has covered the puck line in seven of its last ten as an underdog and remains unbeaten straight-up when favored. Calgary has trended toward overs in recent weeks, with 63 percent of games clearing six goals.
Projected score: Blue Jackets 4, Flames 3
Best bet: Blue Jackets moneyline (-113)
Secondary lean: Over 6 goals
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