The Calgary Flames (19-22-4) and Columbus Blue Jackets (19-19-7) meet in the NHL tonight. Puck drop is set for 7:00 p.m. EST at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN+.
The Blue Jackets are favored by -1.5 on the puck line, with the over/under set at 6.5 (+102o / -122u). The Blue Jackets are a -150 favorite to win outright, while the Flames are +125 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Flames vs. Blue Jackets predictions and NHL picks.
Flames vs. Blue Jackets Odds, Pick
| Flames Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -205 | 6.5 +102o / -122u | +125 |
| Blue Jackets Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +170 | 6.5 +102o / -122u | -150 |
Flames vs. Blue Jackets Spread: Blue Jackets -1.5 (+170 ), Flames +1.5 (-205)
Flames vs. Blue Jackets Over/Under: 6.5 (+102o / -122u)
Flames vs. Blue Jackets Moneyline: Flames +125, Blue Jackets -150
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Flames vs. Blue Jackets Prediction
Best Bet: Flames Moneyline
