Detroit Red Wings vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 12/04/25

The Detroit Red Wings were able to stop a 4-game losing skid with a 5-4 win over the Bruins on Tuesday night. Todd McLellan’s team has struggled defensively in recent weeks, but the good news heading into this matchup is that the Blue Jackets have struggled to score goals on home ice. Columbus ranks 25th in the NHL, scoring 2.64 goals per game on the season. Furthermore, the Blue Jacket power play percentage at home ranks 30th in the league, with a conversion rate of just 11.1%. The Detroit penalty kill has taken a step forward from last season, and the Red Wings should be able to put forth a strong defensive effort in this one.

With Elvis Merzlikins getting the start in Columbus’ last game on Monday against New Jersey, it’s likely that Jet Greaves gets the start between the pipes for the home team. Greaves has been Columbus’ best goaltender so far this season, as his 2.81 goals-against average far out-paces Merzlikins’ 3.50 goals-against average. Greaves will face a Detroit offensive attack that hasn’t been as effective on the road than at home. Detroit’s goals per game average drops from 3.38 at home to 2.36 on the road, which ranks 31st in the NHL. Look to the under in this Thursday night matchup.

Red Wings vs Blue Jackets prediction: Under 6.5 (-125) available at time of publishing. Playable at that number.

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