Columbus Blue Jackets vs New Jersey Devils Picks and Predictions March 17th 2025

Columbus Blue Jackets vs New Jersey Devils March 17th 2025

Planning on watching today’s Devils and Blue Jackets game? Catch the action at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH, as the Blue Jackets hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Devils come into this Metropolitan division matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite to pick up the win. Currently, the over/under for the game is at 6 goals.

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New Jersey vs. Columbus Key Information

• Teams: Devils at Blue Jackets
• Where: Nationwide Arena Columbus
• Date: Monday, March 17th
• Betting Odds NJ -135 | CBJ +114 O/U 6

The Devils Can Win If…

New Jersey dropped to 36-26-6 after a 3-0 road loss to the Flames. The game was scoreless until the third period, when Calgary broke through with three goals. The Devils, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5-goal line.

New Jersey’s offense struggled, managing just 22 shots on goal and committing 19 giveaways. The Devils also racked up 25 penalty minutes in the loss.

New Jersey’s offense struggled in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, managing 22 shots on goal but failing to find the net. The Devils were shut out for the first time this season and recorded 19 giveaways.

New Jersey was held scoreless through all three periods, including a 0-0 tie after the second. The Devils’ record now stands at 36-26-6 following the loss.

Defensively, the Devils kept the game scoreless through two periods, but they allowed three goals in the third, including an empty-netter. New Jersey’s defense finished with 5 takeaways and 22 hits.

• New Jersey has put together a record of 2-1 over their past three games. In terms of betting, the team went 2-1 puck line in these matchups. Their over/under record in these matchups is 2-1.
• Over their last ten regular season games, the Devils have gone 5-5 straight up. Their record vs the puck line sits at 6-4 in these matchups, while posting a 5-5 over-under mark.

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The Blue Jackets Can Win If…

Columbus fell to 31-27-8 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets were underdogs on the puck line, and the total of 9 goals easily surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.

The Blue Jackets’ defense struggled early, giving up five goals in the first period. Damon Severson and Kevin Labanc each scored for Columbus, but the game was never close.

Columbus managed 36 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his fourth goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his second. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second period.

Columbus recorded 13 giveaways and failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities. Sean Monahan picked up his fifth assist on Labanc’s goal, and Zach Aston-Reese notched his second assist of the season.

Columbus’s defense struggled in their last game, allowing 7 goals on 22 shots from Washington. Goalie Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but finished with a 68.2% save percentage. The Blue Jackets’ defense also recorded 10 takeaways and 17 hits. Five of the goals they allowed came in the first period, including the first just 56 seconds into the game.

• Across Columbus’s last three regular season games, their record sits at 0-3. Their record against the puck line in this stretch is 0-3 to go along with an over-under mark of 1-2.
• Over their last ten regular season games, the Blue Jackets have gone 5-5 straight up. Against the spread, Columbus went 5-5 in these games and finished with an over-under mark of 6-3-1.

The Lean

When making a moneyline pick, my choice is the Devils to come out with a win against the Blue Jackets while playing on the road. Considering the moneyline odds at -135, I’m placing my bet on the Devils to win outright.

When it comes to my suggested pick for the puck line, I’d advise taking the Blue Jackets to cover. Even in the event of a Devils victory, this matchup is likely to remain closely contested, and the Blue Jackets should cover the puck line.

When considering the over/under line, which is currently at 6 goals, we believe that this game will go over that threshold, and we recommend wagering on the over.

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Skidding Blue Jackets Seek Offensive Awakening vs. Devils

Columbus Struggling to Find the Net

The Columbus Blue Jackets are desperate for an offensive spark as they attempt to snap a three-game losing streak when they host the New Jersey Devils on Monday night.

Columbus has been shut out in three of its last five games, including a 4-0 defeat to the New York Rangers on Saturday. The lack of scoring has become a major concern, with the Blue Jackets managing just three goals during this cold stretch.

“I’ll be honest, there was some frustration at the end,” Blue Jackets coach Dean Evason said. “When you get frustrated, you kind of throw some blame around. We haven’t done that, and we need to stick together.”

Columbus, which sits two points out of an Eastern Conference wild-card spot, will need more production from Zach Werenski (49 assists, 69 points) and Kirill Marchenko (team-leading 25 goals) to stay in the playoff hunt. If you’re looking for expert NHL predictions, Columbus’ struggles make them a tricky team to back.

Devils Look to Bounce Back After Ugly Loss

While New Jersey has been playing better hockey overall, their three-game winning streak ended in a disappointing 7-3 loss to Pittsburgh on Saturday.

“It’s just a lot of things that are not winning hockey,” Devils coach Sheldon Keefe said. “We got what we deserved.”

Despite the loss, Jesper Bratt continued his impressive form, recording his third straight three-point game. Bratt now leads the team with 79 points in 68 games and is closing in on a franchise record for assists.

Captain Nico Hischier leads the Devils with 28 goals, while Timo Meier and Cody Glass also scored in the loss to Pittsburgh.

New Jersey enters this matchup third in the Metropolitan Division and looking to tighten up defensively. If you’re searching for reliable hockey picks, the Devils’ offensive firepower makes them an intriguing option.

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Goaltending Matchup and Final Meeting of the Season

Daniil Tarasov (7-8-2, 3.51 GAA, .882 SV%) has started back-to-back games for Columbus but has struggled in net. The Blue Jackets may turn to Jet Greaves (2-1-2, .906 SV%) for a spark.

New Jersey’s Jacob Markstrom (22-13-5, .902 SV%) is expected to start, though Jake Allen (11-13-1, .911 SV%) remains an option.

The teams have split their first two meetings, with Columbus winning 4-2 on Dec. 19 and New Jersey claiming a 5-3 victory last week.

With both teams needing a bounce-back effort, expect an intense battle in Columbus. If you want winning hockey predictions, check out the latest NHL expert picks for this matchup.