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The upcoming NHL matchup on January 8, 2026, features the Vegas Golden Knights hosting the Columbus Blue Jackets at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV. This game promises exciting betting trends and key game insights for bettors looking to make informed wagers. Vegas holds a slight edge with a 51.8% faceoff win rate compared to Columbus's 50.9%, and a stronger powerplay percentage at 20.24% versus Columbus's 18.75%. However, Columbus boasts a more robust penalty kill at 84.5%, challenging Vegas's 75.3%. Both teams have recent struggles, with Columbus losing 2 of their last 3 games and Vegas enduring a 4-game losing streak. Vegas is favored with moneyline odds at -175 while Columbus is the underdog at +153, reflecting Vegas's home advantage despite recent form.
Starting goaltenders will be pivotal, with Columbus likely to start their reliable netminder given no significant injury concerns, while Vegas's starter is also expected to play despite questionable status. The total points line is set at 6.5 with the under favored, indicating expectations of a defensively tight game. Bettors should consider these betting stats alongside team records and recent performances. Vegas's poor against-the-spread home record (4-16) contrasts with Columbus's solid away ATS record (15-7), suggesting value in Columbus's underdog status. Tune in to ESPN+, Scripps, and FDSOH for live coverage and check out the detailed last matchup on December 13, 2025 where Vegas edged Columbus 3-2. For the best odds, explore options at BetOnline to maximize your betting potential.
![]() N.Y. Rangers 20-240% +110BetOnline | |||||||
Detroit 25-190% -155BetOnline | |||||||
Pittsburgh 20-210% -111Heritage | |||||||
![]() Philadelphia 22-190% -123BetOnline | |||||||
![]() Carolina 26-17- -204Heritage | |||||||
![]() Boston 22-21100% -140BetOnline | |||||||
![]() Montreal 24-190% +115Bovada | |||||||
![]() Winnipeg 15-26- -103Bovada | |||||||
Nashville 19-23100% -115BetOnline | |||||||
Colorado 31-11- -250BetOnline | |||||||
Seattle 20-210% +140Bovada | |||||||
Vegas 18-23- -175BetOnline |