Columbus Blue Jackets vs Tampa Bay Lightning 1/10/23 – With both teams moving in opposite directions, the Columbus Blue Jackets will face off against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Blue Jackets are currently at the bottom of the Metropolitan Division with a record of 12-25-2 and have lost only two of their last ten games. The Lightning are third in the Atlantic Division with a record of 24-13-1 and are expected to rebound from consecutive losses according to predictions from the NHL betting tips. Both teams want to rebound from losses and gain ground within their respective divisions. The upcoming game should prove successful.
Columbus Blue Jackets vs Tampa Bay Lightning
Date & Time: Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET
Location: Amalie Arena
Columbus Blue Jackets vs Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Odds
Blue Jackets
Moneyline: +350
Puckline: +2.5 (-123)
Total: 6.5 (over -119)
Lightning
Moneyline: -476
Puckline: -2.5 (+100)
Total: 6.5 (under -103)
Columbus Blue Jackets vs Tampa Bay Lightning Analysis
Blue Jackets offense is in disarray and they are scoring just 2.54 goals per match, including six goals in the last four. Johnny Gaudreau and Jack Roslovic have scored 14 goals and added 43 assists to lead the top line. However, the offense is struggling. Six skaters have scored 8 goals or more, while five skaters have contributed nine assists or more. Against this backdrop, the inept offense can be eliminated. While the offense has been struggling, the defense has performed admirably. They allowed 3.87 goals per match and 14 goals in the four most recent games.
The Lightning are enjoying a fantastic season. Their offense is stepping up, scoring 3.47 goals per match and 18 goals in the six previous games. Steven Stamkos, Nikita Kucherov and Brayden Point scored 53 goals and 84 assists, leading the top two lines. However, the offense is also great. Brandon Hagel, Alex Killorn and Nick Paul have scored 41 goals and 38 assists, while defensemen Mikhail Sergachev and Victor Hedman added seven goals, 47 assists and opened up the offense. Although the offense has been outstanding, defense has improved and allows only 2.92 goals per match.
Columbus Blue Jackets vs Tampa Bay Lightning Against the Spread
The total has gone UNDER in 14 of Columbus’ last 20 games. Columbus are 2-10 SU in their last 12 games. Columbus are 1-7 SU in their last 8 games against Tampa Bay. Columbus are 0-9 SU in their last 9 games on the road. Columbus are 0-5 SU in their last 5 games when playing on the road against Tampa Bay. The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Columbus’ last 14 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference conference.
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Tampa Bay’s last 10 games. Tampa Bay are 9-4 SU in their last 13 games. The total has gone OVER in 6 of Tampa Bay’s last 9 games against Columbus. Tampa Bay are 7-0 SU in their last 7 games at home. Tampa Bay are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games when playing at home against Columbus. The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Tampa Bay’s last 7 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference conference.
Columbus Blue Jackets vs Tampa Bay Lightning Free Pick
According to the latest NHL betting predictions the Lightning should win and cover the spread by putting in a strong performance at home.
Free Pick: Lightning -1.5 (-150)
