Chicago Blackhawks vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction, Picks & Odds | 04 Feb 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Blackhawks vs Blue Jackets

The Chicago Blackhawks clash with the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Wednesday, February 4.

There are lots of reasons to support the prediction that the Blue Jackets will get the better of the Blackhawks in 60 minutes. Therefore, we’re heading to the 3-Way Moneyline where you can get -100.

Chicago Blackhawks have lost back-to-back on the road. In their previous game, it was a 6-3 home win over San Jose Sharks at United Center. Ilya Mikheyev racked up 4 points which includes 1 goal and 3 assists.

Columbus Blue Jackets won last time out by a 3-0 scoreline. On the road against New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center, they made it six wins on the spin. Mathieu Olivier managed two goals and Dante Fabbro had the other. Elvis Merzlikins got a shutout making 24 saves.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Blue Jackets beat the Hawks when the teams last met. It was a 4-2 scoreline at United Center. The Blue Jackets have racked up six straight victories over the Hawks. On the head-to-head front, they have won 7 of the past 10.

Starting Goalies

Spencer Knight (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	19-25-11	2.8	.902	3

Jet Greaves (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	26-19-9	2.6	.908	2
23/24	3-6-0	3.49	.908	0

3 wins, 5 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 2.3 goals from 22.7 shots on goal, with a 2.8% powerplay efficiency. The Hawks have given up 3.3 goals from 28.6 shots, averaging 3.2 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 90.6%.

Ilya Mikheyev is the top points scorer with 9 points, 3 goals and 6 assists, with Connor Bedard racking up 7 points, 4 goals and 3 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Spencer Knight have a 2.53 goal against average with a .902 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Blue Jackets have 9 wins and 1 loss, averaging 3.9 goals from 28.5 shots on goal, with a 20.7% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.4 goals from 28.3 shots, averaging 3.4 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 82.4%.

The top points scorer is Charlie Coyle with 14 points, 8 goals and 6 assists, while Zach Werenski is next in line after having 14 points, 3 goals and 11 assists. Goalie Elvis Merzlikins have a 2.03 GAA with a .925 SV%, including one shutout.

Chicago Blackhawks vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction & Picks

Join us as we dissect the best Chicago Blackhawks vs Columbus Blue Jackets betting tips — from our expert match prediction and correct score advice to top player prop insights and a ready-made bet builder.

Game Prediction

There’s an attractive -100 that Columbus Blue Jackets are able to get the better of their opponents. This pick can be wagered on the 60-minute line for this NHL clash.

Team news plays a key role in our hockey predictions and we’re always tracking players with injury concerns. We also stay on top of the NHL form guide, supported by detailed stats that help paint a clearer picture of what to expect.

Key Blackhawks vs Blue Jackets stats:

• Blue Jackets have won 6 consecutive games.
• Blue Jackets have won 9 of their last 10 games.
• Blue Jackets have won 14 of their last 20 games.
• Blackhawks have lost 4 of their last 5 games.
• Blackhawks have lost 7 of their last 10 games.
• Blackhawks have lost their last 2 games on the road.
• Blue Jackets have won the last 6 games between these teams.

Blue Jackets 3-Way Moneyline Probability

Based on the latest odds from the top NHL sportsbooks, our pick carries a 50% chance of winning. After careful examination, our analysts have this probability close to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

There’s always the opportunity to get bigger win odds for Columbus by combining this with the number of goals that are scored. Match Winner & Total Goals is a popular betting option.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Zach Werenski Over 0.5 Assists -185

Zach Werenski (Blue Jackets) has finished with at least one assist in 5 straight games. You can secure attractive odds of -185 that he is able to cover the line, with this Player Assists price making appeal.

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Correct Score Prediction

Blackhawks 2 - 4 Blue Jackets

A 4-2 win in favor of the Blue Jackets is available at odds of +1400. Correct score betting can be rewarding and you can also get plenty of entertainment with this option.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Blackhawks

Blue Jackets

1-0

Blackhawks

+5000

Blue Jackets

+4500

2-0

Blackhawks

+5000

Blue Jackets

+4000

2-1

Blackhawks

+1500

Blue Jackets

+1300

3-0

Blackhawks

+4000

Blue Jackets

+2500

3-1

Blackhawks

+2200

Blue Jackets

+1600

3-2

Blackhawks

+900

Blue Jackets

+800

4-0

Blackhawks

+5500

Blue Jackets

+3000

4-1

Blackhawks

+2000

Blue Jackets

+1300

4-2

Blackhawks

+1900

Blue Jackets

+1400

4-3

Blackhawks

+1150

Blue Jackets

+1000

5-0

Blackhawks

+10000

Blue Jackets

+5500

5-1

Blackhawks

+3500

Blue Jackets

+2000

5-2

Blackhawks

+2200

Blue Jackets

+1400

5-3

Blackhawks

+2800

Blue Jackets

+2200

5-4

Blackhawks

+2200

Blue Jackets

+2000

6-0

Blackhawks

+14000

Blue Jackets

+8000

6-1

Blackhawks

+9000

Blue Jackets

+4500

6-2

Blackhawks

+4500

Blue Jackets

+2500

6-3

Blackhawks

+4000

Blue Jackets

+2500

6-4

Blackhawks

+6000

Blue Jackets

+4500

6-5

Blackhawks

+5500

Blue Jackets

+5000

7-0

Blackhawks

+5500

Blue Jackets

+12000

7-1

Blackhawks

+15000

Blue Jackets

+7500

7-2

Blackhawks

+12000

Blue Jackets

+6600

7-3

Blackhawks

+8000

Blue Jackets

+5000

7-4

Blackhawks

+8000

Blue Jackets

+6000

7-5

Blackhawks

+12500

Blue Jackets

+10000

7-6

Blackhawks

+13000

Blue Jackets

+12000

8-1

Blackhawks

+13000

Blue Jackets

+12500

8-2

Blackhawks

+13000

Blue Jackets

+11000

8-3

Blackhawks

+13000

Blue Jackets

+12000

8-4

Blackhawks

+14000

Blue Jackets

+11000

8-5

Blackhawks

+14000

Blue Jackets

+14000

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Chicago Blackhawks vs Columbus Blue Jackets Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

For this game, the sportsbooks’ Moneyline betting odds mean Columbus Blue Jackets are -152 favorites to win and that means a 60% chance of landing a victory. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +126 about Chicago Blackhawks.

The puck line is 1.5, with the total goals line at 5.5. The beauty of Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. If you’re going for Over 5.5, then the odds are -123.

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Moneyline

Blackhawks

+126

Blue Jackets

-152

3-Way Moneyline

Blackhawks

+220

Tie

+325

Blue Jackets

-102

Puck Line

Blackhawks +1.5

-208

Blue Jackets -1.5

+168

Total Goals

Under 5.5

+102

Over 5.5

-123

If you’re looking for an alternative to the game lines, check out the goalie and player props instead. It’s great to wager on Goalscorers, Assists, Points, Shots on Goal, Blocked Shots and Powerplay Points as potential options.

Instead of focusing on the overall outcome, some bettors prefer to look at the NHL micro betting lines. As the name suggests, it means placing short-term wagers and this might include the Next Goalscorer or Next Goal.

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Chicago Blackhawks Stats

Columbus Blue Jackets Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.40 goals and allowed 3.50 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.80 pts and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.40 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.60 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 4.00 goals and allowed 2.40 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.90 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.1
• Shots: 22.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 7.3
• Blocks: 9.1
• Faceoff Wins : 22.4
• Hits: 14.7
• Giveaways: 15.3
• Takeaways: 4.5

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 25.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 9.1
• Blocks: 12.2
• Faceoff Wins : 24.3
• Hits: 17.2
• Giveaways: 14.5
• Takeaways: 5.5

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 28.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.6
• Penalty Minutes: 7.1
• Blocks: 10
• Faceoff Wins : 22.3
• Hits: 22.5
• Giveaways: 13.4
• Takeaways: 5.4

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 31.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.5
• Penalty Minutes: 7.8
• Blocks: 11
• Faceoff Wins : 21.8
• Hits: 24.2
• Giveaways: 16
• Takeaways: 5

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