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Red Wings vs. Blue Jackets prediction: Why Columbus is favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [12/4/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Detroit Red Wings vs Columbus Blue Jackets predictions for NHL Thursday.
The Columbus Blue Jackets will face the Detroit Red Wings, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at Nationwide Arena on Thursday, starting at 7:30PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Blue Jackets a slight edge with a 53% win probability over the Red Wings.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Thursday's Red Wings vs. Blue Jackets matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Red Wings vs. Blue Jackets prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL game between the Red Wings and Blue Jackets 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Blue Jackets a 53% chance of beating the Red Wings.
According to our model, the Red Wings (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Red Wings vs. Blue Jackets odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Red Wings | Blue Jackets |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-225) | -1.5 (+205) |
| Moneyline | +100 | -114 |
| Total | o6.5 (-114) | u6.5 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Red Wings vs. Blue Jackets picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Blue Jackets -1.5 | +205 |
| Moneyline | Blue Jackets | -114 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | +100 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
Red Wings vs. Blue Jackets player props
Who will score a goal in Red Wings vs. Blue Jackets?
According to our model, Adam Fantilli is most likely to score an anytime goal in Red Wings vs. Blue Jackets.
Our projections give Fantilli a 36.3% chance of scoring a goal at Nationwide Arena, while the star is a 6.8% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 36.1% |
| Dylan Larkin | 34.7% |
| Lucas Raymond | 30.2% |
| Patrick Kane | 21.2% |
| Marco Kasper | 17.6% |
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 36.3% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 33.3% |
| Dmitri Voronkov | 28.2% |
| Zach Werenski | 25.9% |
| Sean Monahan | 23.9% |
First goal scorer predictions
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 6.9% |
| Dylan Larkin | 6.4% |
| Lucas Raymond | 5.3% |
| Patrick Kane | 3.3% |
| Marco Kasper | 3.2% |
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 6.8% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 6.5% |
| Dmitri Voronkov | 5.4% |
| Zach Werenski | 5.2% |
| Kent Johnson | 4.3% |
Red Wings vs. Blue Jackets game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's game between the Blue Jackets and Red Wings at Nationwide Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:30PM ET.
- Who: Detroit Red Wings vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
- Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025
- Time: 7:30PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Nationwide Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Blue Jackets, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat the Red Wings on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Red Wings vs. Blue Jackets insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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