The Vegas Golden Knights (31-15-5) welcome the Columbus Blue Jackets (24-19-7) to T-Mobile Arena on Thursday night in what promises to be an intriguing cross-conference matchup.
The Golden Knights, currently tied for first in the Pacific Division with 67 points, are looking to bounce back from a recent slump that has seen them drop six of their last eight games, including a 4-3 overtime loss to the Dallas Stars.
Meanwhile, the Blue Jackets arrive in Sin City riding a hot streak, having won eight of their last eleven games and fresh off a 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Kings.
Both teams bring impressive offensive firepower to the table, with Vegas averaging 3.4 goals per game (fourth in NHL) and Columbus not far behind at 3.3 goals per game (seventh in NHL), though their defensive performances tell different stories.
The matchup features several standout performers, including Vegas's Jack Eichel (64 points) and Columbus's Zach Werenski (54 points), though both teams will need to overcome notable absences with the Blue Jackets missing Yegor Chinakhov and Boone Jenner, while Vegas plays without William Karlsson.
As these teams prepare to face off in their latest chapter of head-to-head competition, where Columbus has struggled historically with four losses in their last six visits to Vegas, this matchup could prove crucial for both teams' respective playoff aspirations.
Vegas Golden Knights vs. Columbus Blue Jackets: who will win?
For tonight's Vegas Golden Knights vs Columbus Blue Jackets matchup, our predictive model gives the Knights a 58.67% chance of defeating the Jackets.
Vegas Golden Knights: 58.67% win probability
- Superior goal-scoring ability (174 goals for, ranking 3rd in Western Conference)
- Better overall record (31 wins vs 24 wins for Columbus)
- Higher points total (67 points in 51 games vs 55 points in 50 games)
Columbus Blue Jackets: 41.33% win probability
- Poor defensive record (168 goals against, among bottom half in Eastern Conference)
- Inconsistent recent form (WLWLL showing volatility)
- Lower win percentage (24 wins in 50 games vs Vegas' 31 in 51)
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Vegas Golden Knights vs. Columbus Blue Jackets odds
| Vegas Golden Knights | Columbus Blue Jackets | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -235 (via BetMGM Sportsbook) | +205 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Vegas Golden Knights have won 31 out of 51 matches this season.
- 2The Columbus Blue Jackets have won 24 out of 50 matches this season.
- 3With 67 points, the Vegas Golden Knights holds the 3rd position in the league standings.
- 4Columbus Blue Jackets's 55 points place them 9th in the rankings.
Vegas Golden Knights vs. Columbus Blue Jackets form
Vegas Golden Knights vs. Columbus Blue Jackets head to head
Vegas Golden Knights
67%
Columbus Blue Jackets
33%
Mar 24, 2024
Vegas Golden Knights
4 : 2
Columbus Blue Jackets
Mar 5, 2024
Columbus Blue Jackets
6 : 3
Vegas Golden Knights
Mar 19, 2023
Vegas Golden Knights
7 : 2
Columbus Blue Jackets
Nov 29, 2022
Columbus Blue Jackets
2 : 3
Vegas Golden Knights
Mar 13, 2022
Columbus Blue Jackets
6 : 4
Vegas Golden Knights
Nov 21, 2021
Vegas Golden Knights
3 : 2
Columbus Blue Jackets
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