Los Angeles Kings at Columbus Blue Jackets NHL Predictions
2026-12-19 • Nationwide Arena
Columbus Blue Jackets vs Los Angeles Kings @ 7:00 PM EST
📊 Pre-Game Predictions
Win Probability
CBJ: 42.1%
LAK: 57.9%
Expected Goals
CBJ: 2.37
LAK: 3.09
Total Goals
Median: 6.0
Over 5.5: 62%
Over 6.5: 43%
🥅 Goalie Matchup
CBJ
Jet Greaves - 26-19-9 | 0.908 SV% | 2.60 GAA
LAK
Darcy Kuemper - 19-14-15 | 0.891 SV% | 2.78 GAA
| Stat | CBJ | LAK |
|---|---|---|
| Season SV% | 0.909 | 0.913 |
| Last 5 SV% | 0.888 | 0.833 |
| SV% vs Opponent | 0.891 | — |
| GAA | 2.62 | 2.27 |
Last 5 / vs opponent shown when available in goalie stats. Confirmed goalie row used when available; otherwise current projected starter is shown.
Head-to-Head History
Model accuracy in this matchup: 67% • CBJ at home vs LAK: 1-2
| Date | Score | Winner | Model Pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-09 | CBJ 4 - 5 LAK | LAK | CBJ |
| 2025-12-22 | LAK 1 - 3 CBJ | CBJ | LAK |
| 2025-01-25 | CBJ 3 - 2 LAK | CBJ | CBJ |
| 2024-11-09 | LAK 5 - 2 CBJ | LAK | LAK |
| 2024-02-20 | LAK 5 - 1 CBJ | LAK | LAK |
🔮 Game Preview
This game is scheduled for 2026-12-19 at 7:00 PM EST.
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