The Columbus Blue Jackets (11-9-5) and New Jersey Devils (16-8-1) meet in the NHL tonight. Puck drop is set for 7:00 p.m. EST at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN+.
The Devils are favored by -1.5 on the puck line, with the over/under set at 6 (-115o / -105u). The Devils are a -148 favorite to win outright, while the Blue Jackets are +124 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Blue Jackets vs. Devils predictions and NHL picks.
Blue Jackets vs. Devils Odds, Pick
| Blue Jackets Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -200 | 6 -115o / -105u | +124 |
| Devils Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +165 | 6 -115o / -105u | -148 |
Blue Jackets vs. Devils Spread: Devils -1.5 (+165 ), Blue Jackets +1.5 (-200)
Blue Jackets vs. Devils Over/Under: 6 (-115o / -105u)
Blue Jackets vs. Devils Moneyline: Blue Jackets +124, Devils -148
Blue Jackets vs. Devils Preview
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Blue Jackets vs. Devils Prediction
Overall, the system stands at 690-972 (42%) with a 5% ROI across all-time results, and it’s off to a 49-55 (47%) start this season with a 16% ROI.
Best Bet: Blue Jackets Moneyline
