Boston Bruins vs. Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/2/2024]

The Columbus Blue Jackets will face the favored Boston Bruins in NHL action at Nationwide Arena on Tuesday, starting at 7:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's in-depth betting preview for Tuesday's Bruins vs. Blue Jackets matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Bruins vs. Blue Jackets Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used trusted machine learning and statistics to simulate the result of Tuesday's NHL matchup between the Bruins and Blue Jackets 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL picks.

Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Bruins a 66% chance of defeating the Blue Jackets.

According to our model, the Blue Jackets (+1.5) have a 56% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 6.5 goals has a 54% chance of going under.

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Bruins vs. Blue Jackets Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Bruins	Blue Jackets
Puck Line	-1.5 (+105)	+1.5 (-130)
Moneyline	-225	+190
Total	o6.5 (+100)	u6.5 (-118)

• The Blue Jackets are listed as +1.5 underdogs versus the Bruins, with -130 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the favored Bruins (-1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM also has the best odds currently on offer at +105.
• FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Blue Jackets at +190, which means you can throw down $100 to profit $190, earning a total payout of $290, if they win.
• Meanwhile, BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Bruins at -225, where you can risk $225 to win $100 for a total payout of $325 if they come out on top.
• The Over/Under for total goals scored sits at 6.5 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at +100, while FanDuel currently has the best odds for the Under at -118.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

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Bruins vs. Blue Jackets Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have found the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Blue Jackets +1.5	-130
Moneyline	Blue Jackets	+190
Total	Under 6.5	-118

While the Bruins are more likely to win the game, betting on the Blue Jackets moneyline is the best option because of the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges published on Dimers is crucial to being profitable in the long run.

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Don't forget, our model updates regularly, so refresh this article for the latest betting insights before the Bruins vs. Blue Jackets on Tuesday January 2, 2024.

Bruins vs. Blue Jackets Game Information

Tuesday's action between the Blue Jackets and Bruins at Nationwide Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Boston Bruins vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
• Date: Tuesday January 2, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Nationwide Arena

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Conclusion

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