Detroit Red Wings vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Trends

The upcoming NHL game between the Columbus Blue Jackets and Detroit Red Wings on December 4, 2025, at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH, promises to be a thrilling encounter for hockey fans and sports bettors alike. This matchup offers valuable betting trends and game insights to help bettors make informed decisions. Columbus holds a slight edge as the favorite with odds of -125 at Caesars, while Detroit is the underdog at +105. The point spread favors Columbus by -1.5, and the total points line is set at 6.5, with the under being the favorite bet.

Both teams have shown competitive powerplay and penalty kill percentages this season, with Detroit slightly leading in powerplays at 3.26% compared to Columbus's 2.35%. Columbus has a penalty kill percentage of 76.9%, while Detroit's is 69.5%, which could influence the game's momentum. In 5-on-5 play, Columbus has a shooting percentage of 8.5%, while Detroit's is slightly higher at 9.2%. These stats suggest a closely contested game with potential scoring opportunities on both sides.

Columbus's recent form includes a win against the New Jersey Devils 5-3, while Detroit secured a narrow 5-4 victory over the Boston Bruins. Expected starting goalies are Elvis Merzlikins for Columbus and Ville Husso for Detroit, both likely to start despite any minor injury concerns. Columbus's home record is middling at 5-6, while Detroit's away record is also 5-6, making this an evenly matched contest.

Viewers can catch the game on ESPN+, Hulu, and regional sports networks FDSDET and FDSOH. Bettors looking to capitalize on the betting trends should consider the close ATS records and recent performances. The previous encounter on November 22, 2025, saw Detroit win 4-3 in a tightly fought game, which you can review in detail in their last matchup.

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