Florida Panthers vs Columbus Blue Jackets 4/1/23 – On Saturday night, the Florida Panthers will travel to Nationwide Arena to take on the Columbus Blue Jackets. Florida currently holds a record of 38-31-7 while Columbus boasts an overall record of 23-43-8. These two teams have already met twice this season with each side taking one matchup. Meanwhile, the Florida Panthers are the best NHL picks tonight to beat their opponents.
Florida Panthers vs Columbus Blue Jackets
Date & Time: Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET
Location: Nationwide Arena
TV: ESPN+
Florida Panthers vs Columbus Blue Jackets 4/1/23 Betting Odds
Panthers
Moneyline: -232
Puckline: -1.5 (+105)
Total: 6.5 over (-125)
Blue Jackets
Moneyline: +207
Puckline: +1.5 (-125)
Total: 6.5 under (+113)
Florida Panthers vs Columbus Blue Jackets Analysis
Florida Panthers was a favorite in their last game and covered the -1.5 puck line by defeating the Montreal Canadiens 5-2. Matthew Tkachuk scored three goals and had an assist, Anton Lundell scored twice with an assist, Sam Reinhart had two assists as Alex Lyon stopped 18 out of 20 shots faced. Florida has been on fire recently with four or more goals scored in five of the last 10 games; ranking fifth overall in goals per game and first overall in shots per game. Defense and goaltending have been below average with 23rd goals against per game and 19th overall; respectively. Florida is currently fourth in the Atlantic division and one point away from a Wild Card spot. To secure that position, Florida’s defense and goaltending must step up in the final stretch of the season; time is running out to try and secure a place.
Columbus Blue Jackets had been an underdog in their previous game against the Boston Bruins and lost 2-1 in overtime. Jack Roslovic scored the only goal. Michael Hutchinson made 29 saves out of 31 shots faced to preserve a loss for Columbus, who have scored two or fewer goals in six of their last 10 games. This season they rank 30th in goals per game and 25th in shots per game while defense and goaltending have been terrible for the Blue Jackets; 31st for goals against per game and 25th respectively this season. Columbus is currently placed last in the Metropolitan division and won’t make the playoffs.
Florida Panthers vs Columbus Blue Jackets Against the Spread
Florida are 2-4 SU in their last 6 games. Florida are 9-2 SU in their last 11 games against Columbus. Florida are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games on the road. The total has gone OVER in 5 of Florida’s last 6 games when playing on the road against Columbus. Florida are 10-5 SU in their last 15 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference conference.
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Columbus’ last 7 games. Columbus are 3-10 SU in their last 13 games. The total has gone OVER in 6 of Columbus’ last 7 games against Florida. Columbus are 4-9 SU in their last 13 games at home. The total has gone OVER in 5 of Columbus’ last 6 games when playing at home against Florida.
Florida Panthers vs Columbus Blue Jackets Free Pick
Columbus has had a difficult time of late, losing seven of their last 10 games. Their offense has also struggled recently. Florida has been dominating Columbus in recent meetings and looks like they may have found the key to victory in this crucial matchup. According to the best NHL betting sites, this could be a must-win game for the Panthers in this crucial matchup.
Free Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5 (+105)
