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Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets prediction: Why Columbus is favored to win Wednesday's NHL matchup [11/26/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Toronto Maple Leafs vs Columbus Blue Jackets predictions for NHL Wednesday.
The Columbus Blue Jackets and Toronto mapleleafs will lock horns in the NHL at Nationwide Arena on Wednesday, with puck drop at 7:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Blue Jackets a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Maple Leafs.
This article offers further insights into Wednesday's Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets prediction: Who will win and cover?
As part of Dimers' NHL predictions coverage—and following a review of recent results—our pregame model has generated moneyline, puck line, and over/under probabilities for Wednesday's clash between the Maple Leafs and Blue Jackets.
Our famous predictive model gives the Blue Jackets a 52% chance of defeating the Maple Leafs.
According to our model, the Maple Leafs (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 52% chance of going over.
Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Maple Leafs | Blue Jackets |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-225) | -1.5 (+200) |
| Moneyline | +105 | -122 |
| Total | o6 (-125) | u6 (+105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 | Maple Leafs +1.5 | -225 |
| Moneyline | Maple Leafs | +105 |
| Total | Under 6 | +105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Maple Leafs +1.5 at the spread.
Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets player props
Who will score a goal in Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets?
According to our model, John Tavares is most likely to score an anytime goal in Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets.
Our projections give Tavares a 44.5% chance of scoring a goal at Nationwide Arena, while the star is an 8.6% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Toronto Maple Leafs
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| John Tavares | 44.5% |
| William Nylander | 43.8% |
| Bobby McMann | 22.5% |
| Nicholas Robertson | 21.0% |
| Matias Maccelli | 18.0% |
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 37.5% |
| Dmitri Voronkov | 32.1% |
| Zach Werenski | 27.4% |
| Sean Monahan | 22.2% |
| Kent Johnson | 21.7% |
First goal scorer predictions
Toronto Maple Leafs
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| William Nylander | 9.2% |
| John Tavares | 8.6% |
| Bobby McMann | 3.9% |
| Nicholas Robertson | 3.7% |
| Calle Jarnkrok | 3.1% |
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 7.5% |
| Dmitri Voronkov | 6.1% |
| Zach Werenski | 5.1% |
| Sean Monahan | 3.7% |
| Mathieu Olivier | 3.6% |
Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's action between the Blue Jackets and Maple Leafs at Nationwide Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
- Date: Wednesday, November 26, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Nationwide Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Blue Jackets, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Maple Leafs on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from 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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