If you’re seeking best bets for the Carolina Hurricanes’ upcoming contest against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday at 7:00 PM ET, then you’ve come to the right place. Read on, as we provide our picks and projections for this showdown.

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Hurricanes vs. Blue Jackets Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 6 (model projecting 6.4 goals)

• This season, Carolina and its opponent have combined to outscore Thursday’s total of 6 goals 27 times.
• There have been 34 Columbus games with over 6 goals this season.
• These two teams combine for 6.6 goals per game, 0.5800000000000001 more than the total for this contest.
• This game’s over/under is 0.0 less than the 6.0 goals these two teams give up per game combined.

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Moneyline Pick

Hurricanes Moneyline: -321

• The Hurricanes have been victorious in 26 of their 43 games when they were favored on the moneyline this season (60.5%).
• In games it has played with moneyline odds of -321 or shorter, Carolina has compiled a 3-1 record (winning 75.0% of its games).
• The implied moneyline probability for this game says the Hurricanes have a 76.2% chance to win.

Blue Jackets Moneyline: +256

• Columbus has 19 wins when playing as the underdog on the moneyline this season (which has happened 40 times).
• The Blue Jackets have one victory in matches with moneyline odds of +256 or longer (in two chances).
• Columbus’ implied probability to win this matchup is 28.1% based on the moneyline.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Carolina 4, Columbus 2

Hurricanes Points Leaders

• With 16 goals and 38 assists this season, Martin Necas is one of Carolina’s top contributors (54 points).
• Sebastian Aho has 14 goals and 32 assists for Carolina to compile 46 total points (one per game).
• On 108 shots (for 16 goals) and 18 assists, Seth Jarvis has created 34 points this season.
• In the 30 games Pyotr Kochetkov has played this season, his save percentage is .904, 27th in the league.

Blue Jackets Points Leaders

• Zachary Werenski is a top offensive contributor for his team with 52 points (1.1 per game). He has recorded 15 goals and 37 assists in 48 games (playing 26:46 per game).
• Kirill Marchenko is crucial for Columbus’ attack with 51 total points (1.1 per game), including 18 goals and 33 assists through 48 games.
• Columbus’ Sean Monahan has 41 points, courtesy of 14 goals (fourth on team) and 27 assists (third).
• Elvis Merzlikins’ record stands at 17-11-3 on the season, giving up 93 goals (3.0 goals against average) and collecting 772 saves with an .892 save percentage (53rd in the league).

Hurricanes’ Schedule

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Blue Jackets’ Schedule

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Carolina vs. Columbus Game Info

• Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025
• Time: 7:00 PM ET
• How to watch on TV: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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• Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
• Venue: PNC Arena

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