Columbus Blue Jackets vs Anaheim Ducks Pick and Betting Preview

The Anaheim Ducks look to emerge victorious in NHL odds action as the Columbus Blue Jackets arrive at Honda Center on Friday.

Handicapping models based on recent betting stats and prediction formulas pick a 2.7-2.6 win for the Ducks. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Anaheim Ducks Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

The Ducks sit at 3-3-2 on the season; in comparison, the Columbus Blue Jackets are currently 2-3-1. Looking to wager on the totals? Anaheim is 3-3-2 OU, and Columbus is 1-5 OU. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Anaheim vs Columbus injuries news.

The Blue Jackets - Ducks odds would favor the Ducks if the lines were set according to our power ranks. Anaheim is rated No. 7 in the current Odds Shark poll, while Columbus is at No. 11.

Statistical Matchup

Offensively, the game matches up the Anaheim Ducks No. 20-ranked offense (2.62 goals per game) against a Columbus Blue Jackets defense that ranks No. 13 at 2.83 goals per game allowed. The Ducks Sportsbook has clicked at a 22.22% rate while the Blue Jackets have a 84.21% rate on the penalty kill.

Recent Outings Betting Recap

In their last action, Columbus was a 3-1 loser on the road against the Sharks. Bettors on San Jose at -200 on the moneyline collected their winnings from that game, while the total score (4) sent UNDER bettors home happy as well.

Last time out for Anaheim, they were a 6-1 Sportsbook as they battled the Predators at home. Moneyline bettors who got the Ducks at +120 were rewarded, while the 7 combined goals moved the game OVER for totals bettors.

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