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Blue Jackets vs. Lightning Prediction: Tampa Bay Predicted to Win Tuesday's NHL Matchup [3/4/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Tuesday's Columbus Blue Jackets vs Tampa Bay Lightning matchup.
The Tampa Bay Lightning and Columbus bluejackets will meet in the NHL at Amalie Arena on Tuesday, starting at 7:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Lightning as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has analyzed the latest data and conducted 10,000 simulations for Tuesday's Columbus-Tampa Bay game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various factors, our prediction shows the Lightning with a win probability of 59%, compared to 41% for the Blue Jackets."
For further insights into Tuesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Blue Jackets vs. Lightning predictions page.
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Blue Jackets vs. Blue Jackets Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NHL game between the Blue Jackets and Lightning 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Lightning a 59% chance of defeating the Blue Jackets.
According to our model, the Blue Jackets (+1.5) have a 62% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 51% chance of going over.
Blue Jackets vs. Lightning Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blue Jackets | Lightning |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-185) | -1.5 (+160) |
| Moneyline | +125 | -148 |
| Total | o6.5 (-125) | u6.5 (+110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Our model's biggest edge in today's Blue Jackets vs. Lightning matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the latest odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
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Blue Jackets vs. Lightning Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Blue Jackets vs. Lightning?
According to our model, Tampa Bay's Brayden Point is most likely to score the first goal in Blue Jackets vs. Lightning.
Our projections give Point a 7.8% chance of scoring the first goal at Amalie Arena, while the Lightning star is a 40.2% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 6.4% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 5.3% |
| Kent Johnson | 5.0% |
Tampa Bay Lightning
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Brayden Point | 7.8% |
| Brandon Hagel | 7.3% |
| Nikita Kucherov | 7.3% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 32.0% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 28.7% |
| Kent Johnson | 26.7% |
Tampa Bay Lightning
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Brayden Point | 40.2% |
| Jake Guentzel | 39.4% |
| Nikita Kucherov | 37.3% |
Blue Jackets vs. Lightning Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Tuesday's matchup between the Lightning and Blue Jackets at Amalie Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
- Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Amalie Arena
Dimers.com's full preview of Tuesday's Blue Jackets vs. Lightning matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Columbus vs. Tampa Bay picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
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Conclusion
We predict the Lightning, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Blue Jackets on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Blue Jackets vs. Lightning insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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