The Columbus Blue Jackets (16-17-6) will host the St. Louis Blues (19-17-4) at Nationwide Arena on Saturday night in what promises to be an intriguing cross-conference matchup.
The Blue Jackets have been nearly unstoppable at home this season, boasting an impressive 12-5-3 record at Nationwide Arena, while averaging 3.31 goals per game behind the stellar play of Zach Werenski, who leads the team with 43 points.
St. Louis enters the contest riding momentum from their recent 4-0 shutout victory over Ottawa, marking their fourth win in their last five games.
The contrast in playing styles sets up an fascinating battle, with Columbus's high-scoring offense (7th in NHL with 3.3 goals per game) facing off against the Blues' more defensive approach (allowing 3.00 goals per game).
Both teams are dealing with notable absences, as the Blues will be without Nick Leddy and Torey Krug, while Columbus continues to miss key contributors Justin Danforth, Yegor Chinakhov, and Boone Jenner.
This matchup could have significant implications for both teams' playoff aspirations, with the Blues currently sitting fifth in the Central Division and the Blue Jackets fighting to climb the Metropolitan Division standings.
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. St. Louis Blues: who will win?
For tonight's Columbus Blue Jackets vs St. Louis Blues matchup, our predictive model gives the Blue Jackets a 55.5% chance of defeating the Blues.
Columbus Blue Jackets: 55.5% win probability
- Strong offensive output (131 goals scored this season)
- Recent momentum with LWLWW form in last 5 games
- Better points percentage at 0.487 (38 points in 39 games)
St. Louis Blues: 44.5% win probability
- Lower scoring efficiency (110 goals in 40 games)
- Weaker goal differential (-7 compared to -10)
- Lower points percentage at 0.475 (42 points in 40 games)
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Columbus Blue Jackets vs. St. Louis Blues odds
Columbus Blue Jackets | St. Louis Blues | |
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moneyline | -125 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) | +105 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Columbus Blue Jackets have won 16 out of 39 matches this season.
- 2The St. Louis Blues have won 19 out of 40 matches this season.
- 3With 38 points, the Columbus Blue Jackets holds the 11th position in the league standings.
- 4St. Louis Blues's 42 points place them 10th in the rankings.
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. St. Louis Blues form
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. St. Louis Blues head to head
Columbus Blue Jackets
83%
St. Louis Blues
17%
Oct 2, 2024
St. Louis Blues
1 : 3
Columbus Blue Jackets
Sep 25, 2024
Columbus Blue Jackets
3 : 0
St. Louis Blues
Jan 31, 2024
St. Louis Blues
0 : 1
Columbus Blue Jackets
Dec 9, 2023
Columbus Blue Jackets
5 : 2
St. Louis Blues
Oct 2, 2023
Columbus Blue Jackets
5 : 3
St. Louis Blues
Sep 27, 2023
St. Louis Blues
3 : 2
Columbus Blue Jackets