Columbus Blue Jackets at Detroit Red Wings NHL Predictions
2027-03-18 • Little Caesars Arena
Detroit Red Wings vs Columbus Blue Jackets @ 7:00 PM EDT
📊 Pre-Game Predictions
Win Probability
DET: 53.5%
CBJ: 46.5%
Expected Goals
DET: 3.26
CBJ: 3.05
Total Goals
Median: 6.3
Over 5.5: 59%
Over 6.5: 48%
🥅 Goalie Matchup
DET
John Gibson - 4-5-1 | 0.860 SV% | 3.46 GAA
CBJ
Jet Greaves - 2-6-0 | 0.880 SV% | 3.36 GAA
| Stat | DET | CBJ |
|---|---|---|
| Season SV% | 0.893 | 0.909 |
| Last 5 SV% | 0.831 | 0.885 |
| SV% vs Opponent | — | — |
| GAA | 2.97 | 2.62 |
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: 47% • DET at home vs CBJ: 4-4
| Date | Score | Winner | Model Pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-07 | DET 3 - 4 CBJ | CBJ | CBJ |
| 2025-12-04 | CBJ 6 - 5 DET | CBJ | CBJ |
| 2025-11-22 | DET 4 - 3 CBJ | DET | DET |
| 2025-03-01 | CBJ 5 - 3 DET | CBJ | DET |
| 2025-02-27 | DET 2 - 5 CBJ | CBJ | DET |
🔮 Game Preview
This game is scheduled for 2027-03-18 at 7:00 PM EDT.
Check back after the game for in-game win probability analysis and post-game results.
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