Calgary Flames vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction, Picks & Odds | 13 Jan 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Flames vs Blue Jackets

The Calgary Flames meet the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Tuesday, January 13.

For a value bet, head to the Moneyline where you can back the Blue Jackets to beat the Flames. Our prediction is currently on offer at attractive odds of -141.

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Calgary Flames got the win in their previous game. A 2-1 triumph occurred on the road at PPG PAINTS Arena when playing Pittsburgh Penguins. Matt Coronato and Connor Zary scored one goal each. Goalie Devin Cooley was red hot in the net, stopping 27 shots (.964).

Columbus Blue Jackets won their last game 3-2 (OT). This was a road victory at Delta Center against Utah Mammoth. Charlie Coyle, Dmitri Voronkov and Mikael Pyyhtiae each scored one goal. Goalie Jet Greaves made a total of 25 saves (.926).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Flames have claimed consecutive wins over the Blue Jackets. Both victories were achieved at Scotiabank Saddledome, with a 3-0 followed by a 5-1 scoreline. In the past 10 H2H meetings, the Flames have won six.

Starting Goalies

Dustin Wolf (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	14-18-2	3	.897	2
23/24	7-7-1	3.16	.893	0

Jet Greaves (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	13-12-6	2.7	.908	0
23/24	3-6-0	3.49	.908	0

5 wins and 5 losses, averaging 2.5 goals from 27.1 shots on goal, with a 6.8% powerplay efficiency. The Flames have been giving up 3.0 goals from 31.7 shots, averaging 4.5 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 88.9%.

Mikael Backlund is the top points scorer with 9 points, 3 goals and 6 assists, with Connor Zary racking up 8 points, 4 goals and 4 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie Dustin Wolf have a 3.01 goal against average with a .904 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Blue Jackets have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.0 goals from 30.8 shots on goal, with a 14.7% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.9 goals from 30.7 shots, averaging 3.9 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 89.7%.

The top points scorer is Kirill Marchenko with 11 points, 6 goals and 5 assists, while Denton Mateychuk is next best after registering 8 points, 2 goals and 6 assists. Goalie Jet Greaves have a 2.57 GAA with a .916 SV%.

Calgary Flames vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction & Picks

We’ve lined up expert Calgary Flames vs Columbus Blue Jackets betting tips, from our main match prediction and correct score call to bet builder advice. Read on for the full breakdown.

Game Prediction

Take Columbus Blue Jackets at -141 on the Moneyline to get the better of their opponents. We believe that they have a strong chance of claiming a victory in this NHL clash.

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Key Flames vs Blue Jackets stats:

• Flames have lost 4 of their last 5 games.
• Flames have lost 7 of their last 10 games on the road.

Blue Jackets Moneyline Probability

If you go by the best NHL sportsbooks, our pick has a 58.5% chance of landing a return. However, our analysts think that the probability sits between 65-70% taking all factors into consideration. This is why we can recommend this hockey bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Flames 2 - 4 Blue Jackets

There’s plenty of juice to be found by backing the Blue Jackets to win 4-2. We can’t pass up the odds of +1500 when it comes to correct score betting and it’s a fun wager.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Flames

Blue Jackets

1-0

Flames

+5500

Blue Jackets

+5500

2-0

Flames

+5500

Blue Jackets

+5000

2-1

Flames

+1600

Blue Jackets

+1500

3-0

Flames

+4000

Blue Jackets

+3300

3-1

Flames

+2000

Blue Jackets

+1800

3-2

Flames

+900

Blue Jackets

+850

4-0

Flames

+5000

Blue Jackets

+4000

4-1

Flames

+1900

Blue Jackets

+1500

4-2

Flames

+1700

Blue Jackets

+1500

4-3

Flames

+1050

Blue Jackets

+950

5-0

Flames

+9000

Blue Jackets

+6600

5-1

Flames

+3000

Blue Jackets

+2200

5-2

Flames

+1900

Blue Jackets

+1500

5-3

Flames

+2400

Blue Jackets

+2000

5-4

Flames

+2000

Blue Jackets

+1800

6-0

Flames

+13000

Blue Jackets

+9000

6-1

Flames

+7000

Blue Jackets

+5000

6-2

Flames

+4000

Blue Jackets

+2800

6-3

Flames

+3300

Blue Jackets

+2500

6-4

Flames

+5000

Blue Jackets

+4000

6-5

Flames

+4500

Blue Jackets

+4500

7-0

Flames

+4500

Blue Jackets

+14000

7-1

Flames

+12000

Blue Jackets

+8000

7-2

Flames

+10000

Blue Jackets

+7000

7-3

Flames

+6600

Blue Jackets

+5000

7-4

Flames

+7000

Blue Jackets

+5500

7-5

Flames

+10000

Blue Jackets

+9000

7-6

Flames

+11000

Blue Jackets

+11000

8-1

Flames

+11000

Blue Jackets

+14000

8-2

Flames

+11000

Blue Jackets

+12000

8-3

Flames

+11000

Blue Jackets

+12000

8-4

Flames

+12500

Blue Jackets

+10000

8-5

Flames

+14000

Blue Jackets

+12500

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Calgary Flames vs Columbus Blue Jackets Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

With the sportsbooks giving them a 58% probability of winning this game, Columbus Blue Jackets might be a popular parlay pick. That is reflected in their -141 Moneyline betting odds. At +116, Calgary Flames are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

The puck line is 1.5 and total goals is 6.5. A Totals wager is always available and can often provide value selections. If you’re going for Over 6.5, then the odds are +104.

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Moneyline

Flames

+116

Blue Jackets

-141

3-Way Moneyline

Flames

+180

Tie

+320

Blue Jackets

+120

Puck Line

Flames +1.5

-213

Blue Jackets -1.5

+172

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-128

Over 6.5

+104

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Calgary Flames Stats

Columbus Blue Jackets Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.50 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.20 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.50 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 1.70 pts and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.20 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.50 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 27.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 16.6
• Blocks: 17
• Faceoff Wins : 26.8
• Hits: 22.6
• Giveaways: 15
• Takeaways: 5.3

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.2
• Shots: 28
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 4.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 16.4
• Blocks: 15.5
• Faceoff Wins : 29.1
• Hits: 21.2
• Giveaways: 18
• Takeaways: 4.6

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 30.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 8.7
• Blocks: 15.3
• Faceoff Wins : 30.2
• Hits: 21
• Giveaways: 17.2
• Takeaways: 4.6

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 30.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 6.9
• Blocks: 18.2
• Faceoff Wins : 31.1
• Hits: 22
• Giveaways: 17.3
• Takeaways: 5.4

Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.

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