Florida Panthers vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction, Picks & Odds | 05 Mar 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Panthers vs Blue Jackets

The Florida Panthers clash with the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena, with face-off scheduled for 19:00 on Thursday, March 5.

There is a strong case that the Blue Jackets will end up winning and that means wagering them on the Moneyline. You can get a tempting -120 that the home team overcome the Panthers.

Florida Panthers have now lost four straight road games. When they last took to the ice, New Jersey Devils won 5-1 at Prudential Center. Anton Lundell was the solitary scorer after Panthers registered 21 shots.

Columbus Blue Jackets won their last game 3-2, making it successive victories. This was a home win at Nationwide Arena against Nashville Predators. Adam Fantilli, Sean Monahan and Charlie Coyle each scored one goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Panthers triumphed 7-6 when they last played the Blue Jackets. This head-to-head was played at Amerant Bank Arena. The Panthers have triumphed in their previous nine meetings against the Blue Jackets. On the head-to-head front, it has been 9 wins out of 10.

Starting Goalies

Daniil Tarasov (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	13-15-3	3.1	.895	0
23/24	8-11-3	3.18	.908	0

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

2 wins and 8 losses, averaging 2.8 goals from 30.0 shots on goal, with a 14.8% powerplay efficiency. The Panthers have given up 4.0 goals from 27.7 shots, averaging 6.0 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 90.0%.

Matthew Tkachuk is the top points scorer with 10 points, 5 goals and 5 assists, with Sam Bennett racking up 7 points, 3 goals and 4 assists, over the past 10 games. Goalie Sergei Bobrovsky have a 3.34 goal against average with a .866 save percentage.

The Blue Jackets have 8 wins, 1 loss and 1 overtime loss, averaging 4.2 goals from 28.2 shots on goal, with a 18.2% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.7 goals from 26.7 shots, averaging 3.1 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 87.1%.

The top points scorer is Charlie Coyle with 16 points, 6 goals and 10 assists, while Adam Fantilli is next best after having 12 points, 5 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Elvis Merzlikins have a 2.34 GAA with a .909 SV%, including one shutout.

Florida Panthers vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction & Picks

Our Florida Panthers vs Columbus Blue Jackets preview includes expert betting advice on all fronts — from a match prediction and correct score guidance to player prop selections and a bet builder tailored for value.

Game Prediction

There are lots of reasons to support the pick that Columbus Blue Jackets will win this NHL encounter. Therefore, we’re heading to the Moneyline where you can get -120.

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 Panthers vs Blue Jackets stats:

• Blue Jackets have won 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• Blue Jackets have won 8 of their last 10 games.
• Blue Jackets have won 2 consecutive games.
• Panthers have lost their last 4 games on the road.
• Panthers have lost 8 of their last 10 games.
• Panthers have lost 12 of their last 20 games.

Blue Jackets Moneyline Probability

Based on the latest odds from the top NHL sportsbooks, our pick carries a 54.6% chance of winning. However, our cappers think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

If you also have a strong view on the Over / Under line, then it could be worth a Match Winner & Total Goals wager where you can effectively back Columbus at a bigger price.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Adam Fantilli To Score +190

Adam Fantilli (Blue Jackets) has been on the scoresheet in his past 4 games. We think this is the pick of the player props, with a generous +190 available when it comes to backing him to score at anytime.

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Correct Score Prediction

Panthers 1 - 4 Blue Jackets

A potentially entertaining bet is going for the Blue Jackets to win by a 4-1 scoreline. At odds of +1700, there’s the chance to get a handsome return should this wager win.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Panthers

Blue Jackets

1-0

Panthers

+6000

Blue Jackets

+6000

2-0

Panthers

+5500

Blue Jackets

+5500

2-1

Panthers

+1700

Blue Jackets

+1700

3-0

Panthers

+4000

Blue Jackets

+4000

3-1

Panthers

+2000

Blue Jackets

+2000

3-2

Panthers

+900

Blue Jackets

+900

4-0

Panthers

+5000

Blue Jackets

+4500

4-1

Panthers

+1800

Blue Jackets

+1700

4-2

Panthers

+1600

Blue Jackets

+1600

4-3

Panthers

+1000

Blue Jackets

+950

5-0

Panthers

+8000

Blue Jackets

+7500

5-1

Panthers

+2900

Blue Jackets

+2500

5-2

Panthers

+1700

Blue Jackets

+1600

5-3

Panthers

+2200

Blue Jackets

+2000

5-4

Panthers

+1800

Blue Jackets

+1700

6-0

Panthers

+12000

Blue Jackets

+11000

6-1

Panthers

+6600

Blue Jackets

+5500

6-2

Panthers

+3300

Blue Jackets

+2900

6-3

Panthers

+2800

Blue Jackets

+2500

6-4

Panthers

+4000

Blue Jackets

+4000

6-5

Panthers

+4000

Blue Jackets

+4000

7-1

Panthers

+10000

Blue Jackets

+9000

7-2

Panthers

+8000

Blue Jackets

+7000

7-3

Panthers

+5500

Blue Jackets

+5000

7-4

Panthers

+6000

Blue Jackets

+5500

7-5

Panthers

+9000

Blue Jackets

+9000

7-6

Panthers

+10000

Blue Jackets

+9000

8-2

Panthers

+14000

Blue Jackets

+12000

8-3

Panthers

+13000

Blue Jackets

+12000

8-4

Panthers

+11000

Blue Jackets

+10000

8-5

Panthers

+12500

Blue Jackets

+12000

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Florida Panthers 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.

There are betting odds of -111 about Columbus Blue Jackets winning, with Florida Panthers currently available at -108. According to the top sportsbooks, the home team have an implied probability of 53%.

The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is currently 6.5. The Totals offers hockey bettors an alternative way of getting involved. If you’re going for Over 6.5, then the odds are -110.

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Moneyline

Panthers

-108

Blue Jackets

-111

3-Way Moneyline

Panthers

+155

Tie

+325

Blue Jackets

+138

Puck Line

Panthers +1.5

-278

Blue Jackets -1.5

+220

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-110

Over 6.5

-110

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Florida Panthers Stats

Columbus Blue Jackets Stats

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 8 wins and 2 defeats 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 7 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 6 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.90 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 7.10 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.90 goals and allowed 4.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.10 pts and allowed 4.00 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 6.50 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 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 4.20 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.80 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.9
• Shots: 30
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 17.2
• Blocks: 14.9
• Faceoff Wins : 29
• Hits: 23.8
• Giveaways: 14.2
• Takeaways: 4.1

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 26.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 5.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 18.2
• Blocks: 11.9
• Faceoff Wins : 23.8
• Hits: 21.8
• Giveaways: 14.5
• Takeaways: 4.7

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 28.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.7
• Penalty Minutes: 6
• Blocks: 14.6
• Faceoff Wins : 28.2
• Hits: 19.6
• Giveaways: 13.4
• Takeaways: 5.1

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 28.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 6.5
• Blocks: 11.1
• Faceoff Wins : 21.5
• Hits: 22.6
• Giveaways: 14.7
• Takeaways: 4.7

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