Columbus Blue Jackets vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction NHL Picks 12/15/24

In this article, we will formulate a Columbus Blue Jackets vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction for this NHL game on Sunday, December 15th, at the PNC Arena. To formulate this prediction, we will look at: 

-The Blue Jackets’ recent form and recent player performance 

-The Hurricanes’ recent form and recent player performance

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Columbus

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Carolina

-Recent betting trends in games played between Columbus and Carolina

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for Today’s Game between the Blue Jackets and Hurricanes. 

Blue Jackets on Tired Legs

The Blue Jackets are going to be on tired legs after their game on Saturday against the Anaheim Ducks. Two games ago against the Washington Capitals, the Blue Jackets scored only a goal while the defense gave up two and that led to the defeat. Jet Greaves saved 35 of the 37 shots that he faced. The Blue Jackets are averaging 3.31 goals while their defense is giving up 3.55 goals per game. The offense is ranked 8th in the league while the defense is ranked 30th. Zach Werenski is having a strong season, scoring 10 goals and adding 20 assists so far. 

Hurricanes Look to Bounce Back

The Hurricanes in the last game faced off against the Ottawa Senators and they were defeated 3-0. The Hurricanes had 32 shots on goal but they just ran into a hot goaltender. Two games ago, against the San Jose Sharks, they were able to secure a 3-2 victory, and they need that offensive success here. The Hurricanes overall this season is averaging 3.59 goals while their defense is giving up 2.93 goals per game. The offense is ranked 4th in the league while the defense is ranked 11th. Martin Necas has scored 14 goals and added 29 assists so far this season. The Canes will play the Islanders, Capitals, and Rangers next.

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction

The tired legs of the Blue Jackets is going to be a problem here. The Hurricanes overall this season is averaging 3.59 goals per game and their offense is going to step up in a big way here The Blue Jackets defense is giving up 3.55 goals per game and it’s going to get ugly here. The Blue Jackets offense isn’t going to be good enough either, and the Hurricanes will cruise. Back the Hurricanes on the run line.