Columbus Blue Jackets vs Anaheim Ducks Prediction, Picks & Odds | 20 Dec 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Blue Jackets vs Ducks

The Columbus Blue Jackets clash with the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center, with face-off scheduled for 22:00 on Saturday, December 20.

The betting prediction is to back the Ducks at -118. We think that the Blue Jackets are massively opposable, so this is the best angle of attack with our wager.

Columbus Blue Jackets have suffered three consecutive road defeats. They lost 5-2 in their previous game at home to Minnesota Wild at Nationwide Arena. Zach Werenski was able to score both goals.

Anaheim Ducks were defeated last time, making it back-to-back losses. Honda Center saw them beaten 8-3 at home to Dallas Stars. Beckett Sennecke, Mikael Granlund and Ryan Poehling each scored one goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Blue Jackets beat the Ducks when the teams last met. It was a 4-3 scoreline at Nationwide Arena. It’s been seven Ducks wins in the past 10 games between these teams.

Starting Goalies

Elvis Merzlikins (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	14-11-3	3.4	.883	1
23/24	13-17-8	3.45	.897	1

Lukas Dostal (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	29-18-3	3.1	.890	0
23/24	14-23-2	3.33	.902	1

3 wins, 5 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 3.1 goals from 29.3 shots on goal, with a 18.2% powerplay efficiency. The Blue Jackets have given up 4.2 goals from 31.0 shots, averaging 3.9 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 74.4%.

Zach Werenski is the top points scorer with 16 points, 5 goals and 11 assists, with Sean Monahan recording 7 points, 3 goals and 4 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Jet Greaves have a 2.85 goal against average with a .902 save percentage.

The Ducks have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.0 goals from 31.5 shots on goal, with a 9.4% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.7 goals from 28.3 shots, averaging 3.5 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 82.9%.

The top points scorer is Beckett Sennecke with 9 points, 4 goals and 5 assists, while Leo Carlsson is next best after having 7 points, 4 goals and 3 assists. Goalie Ville Husso have a 3.09 GAA with a .893 SV%.

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Anaheim Ducks Prediction & Picks

This expert Columbus Blue Jackets vs Anaheim Ducks betting breakdown features our match prediction, a correct score tip, player prop suggestions and a carefully constructed bet builder to guide your wagers.

Game Prediction

We're predicting that there will be a home win in this NHL encounter. You can currently get -118 about this happening which looks like great odds.

Our NHL handicappers start by reviewing the latest team news for each franchise, followed by a close look at recent form. That information is then applied to the most relevant stats to reach a well-informed verdict.

Key Blue Jackets vs Ducks stats:

• Ducks have won 14 of their last 20 games at home.
• Ducks have won 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• Blue Jackets have lost 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Blue Jackets have lost 7 of their last 10 games.
• Blue Jackets have lost their last 3 games on the road.
• Ducks have won 7 of their last 10 games against Blue Jackets.

Ducks Moneyline Probability

According to the top NHL sportsbooks, there’s a 54.1% likelihood of our pick landing a return. Based on our analysts in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. This hockey bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Adam Fantilli Over 2.5 Shots -135

Adam Fantilli (Blue Jackets) has had Over 2.5 shots on goal in 4 straight games. There is odds of -135 available when it comes to this Shots on Goal wager and we think he’ll cover the line.

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Correct Score Prediction

Blue Jackets 3 - 5 Ducks

We’re taking a chance on the Ducks to achieve a 5-3 winning scoreline. Odds of +1900 means we can place a smaller stake and still achieve a nice return.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Blue Jackets

Ducks

1-0

Blue Jackets

+7000

Ducks

+7000

2-0

Blue Jackets

+6600

Ducks

+6000

2-1

Blue Jackets

+1900

Ducks

+1900

3-0

Blue Jackets

+4500

Ducks

+4000

3-1

Blue Jackets

+2400

Ducks

+2200

3-2

Blue Jackets

+1000

Ducks

+950

4-0

Blue Jackets

+5500

Ducks

+5000

4-1

Blue Jackets

+2000

Ducks

+1800

4-2

Blue Jackets

+1700

Ducks

+1600

4-3

Blue Jackets

+950

Ducks

+950

5-0

Blue Jackets

+9000

Ducks

+7500

5-1

Blue Jackets

+3000

Ducks

+2500

5-2

Blue Jackets

+1800

Ducks

+1600

5-3

Blue Jackets

+2200

Ducks

+1900

5-4

Blue Jackets

+1600

Ducks

+1500

6-0

Blue Jackets

+12500

Ducks

+11000

6-1

Blue Jackets

+6600

Ducks

+5500

6-2

Blue Jackets

+3300

Ducks

+2800

6-3

Blue Jackets

+2800

Ducks

+2400

6-4

Blue Jackets

+4000

Ducks

+3500

6-5

Blue Jackets

+3500

Ducks

+3400

7-1

Blue Jackets

+11000

Ducks

+9000

7-2

Blue Jackets

+8000

Ducks

+6600

7-3

Blue Jackets

+5500

Ducks

+4500

7-4

Blue Jackets

+5500

Ducks

+5000

7-5

Blue Jackets

+8000

Ducks

+7500

7-6

Blue Jackets

+8000

Ducks

+8000

8-1

Blue Jackets

+8000

Ducks

+14000

8-2

Blue Jackets

+13000

Ducks

+11000

8-3

Blue Jackets

+12500

Ducks

+11000

8-4

Blue Jackets

+10000

Ducks

+9000

8-5

Blue Jackets

+11000

Ducks

+10000

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Columbus Blue Jackets vs Anaheim Ducks 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.

The Moneyline odds about Anaheim Ducks triumphing is priced at -115 and you can get Columbus Blue Jackets at -104. This means the top sportsbooks give the road team a 51% chance of winning.

The puck line is 1.5 and total goals is 6.5. A wager on Totals allows bettors to use the latest data to good effect. If you fancy Over 6.5, this outcome can be backed at -133.

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Moneyline

Blue Jackets

-104

Ducks

-115

3-Way Moneyline

Blue Jackets

+163

Tie

+325

Ducks

+130

Puck Line

Blue Jackets +1.5

-250

Ducks -1.5

+198

Total Goals

Under 6.5

+110

Over 6.5

-133

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Columbus Blue Jackets Stats

Anaheim Ducks Stats

Moneyline

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

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 1 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.40 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 7 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 3.20 goals and allowed 4.20 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.70 pts and allowed 3.80 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.90 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.50 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.60 goals and allowed 3.90 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 29.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 9.2
• Blocks: 16.6
• Faceoff Wins : 31.3
• Hits: 18.6
• Giveaways: 16
• Takeaways: 5.3

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 28.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 9.5
• Blocks: 14.9
• Faceoff Wins : 27.7
• Hits: 15.1
• Giveaways: 16.8
• Takeaways: 5.1

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 31.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.3
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 7.8
• Blocks: 15.9
• Faceoff Wins : 24.8
• Hits: 19.5
• Giveaways: 15.8
• Takeaways: 4.6

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 33.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 8.1
• Blocks: 18.5
• Faceoff Wins : 26.8
• Hits: 18.9
• Giveaways: 16
• Takeaways: 6

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