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Carolina Hurricanes vs. Columbus Blue Jackets: Preview, Predictions and Picks for November 23, 2024

Updated on:
Nov 23, 2024 8:51 PM
The Carolina Hurricanes, leading the Metropolitan Division with a 14-5 record, travel to Nationwide Arena to face the Columbus Blue Jackets, who are looking to build momentum after a 2-goal performance from Johnson in their previous game. The Blue Jackets, sitting with an 8-9-2 record, will aim to capitalize on their strong home record (6-3-0) to take down the division leaders. The puck drops on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 7:00 PM.
Carolina Hurricanes vs Columbus Blue Jackets

Current Odds

CAR
CBJ
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Under
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-115
CBJ
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+100

Hurricanes vs Blue Jackets statistics

Stat Hurricanes Blue Jackets
Goals For per Game 3.89 3.42
Goals Against per Game 2.42 3.58
Shots per Game 33.6 32.1
Shots Against per Game 24.8 28.7
Power Play Goals 15 9
Power Play Goals Against 11 13
Short Handed Goals 1 4
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 146 145
Power Play Percentage 24.2 18.0
Penalty Kill Percentage 83.3 78.0

Columbus Blue Jackets recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/21/24 vs Tampa Bay Lightning W 7-6 OT
11/18/24 @ Boston Bruins W 5-1
11/16/24 @ Montreal Canadiens L 5-1
11/15/24 vs Pittsburgh Penguins W 6-2
11/12/24 @ Seattle Kraken L 5-2

Carolina Hurricanes recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/21/24 @ New Jersey Devils L 4-2
11/20/24 @ Philadelphia Flyers W 4-1
11/17/24 vs St. Louis Blues W 4-1
11/16/24 vs Ottawa Senators W 4-0
11/13/24 @ Utah Hockey Club L 4-1

Columbus Blue Jackets injuries

  • Kent Johnson (C): Injured Reserve
  • Elvis Merzlikins (G): Day-To-Day
  • Yegor Chinakhov (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Erik Gudbranson (D): Injured Reserve
  • Zachary Aston-Reese (C): Day-To-Day

Carolina Hurricanes injuries

  • Frederik Andersen (G): Out
  • Seth Jarvis (C): Injured Reserve
  • Pyotr Kochetkov (G): Day-To-Day
  • Riley Stillman (D): Injured Reserve
  • Brendan Lemieux (LW): Day-To-Day

Hurricanes vs Blue Jackets game info

Type Info
Venue Nationwide Arena
Location Columbus, OH
Puck drop Sat 7:00 PM

Hurricanes vs Blue Jackets predictions

As the Carolina Hurricanes prepare to face off against the Columbus Blue Jackets, all eyes are likely to be on Martin Necas, who has been lighting up the ice this season. With 11 goals and a total of 31 points to his name, Necas has shown he can be the driving force of the Hurricanes' offense. Given his current form and his ability to make critical plays, it wouldn't be surprising to see him add to his tally and perhaps set up a few key plays in the upcoming game. His performance could very well be a game-changer as the Hurricanes look to capitalize on their strong season start.

Turning our attention to the Columbus Blue Jackets, Sean Monahan seems to be a pivotal figure. Leading the team with 7 goals and 19 points, Monahan has proven his worth time and again. As the Hurricanes boast a robust defense, Monahan's skills at finding the back of the net will be crucial for the Blue Jackets if they wish to snatch a victory from one of the division's top teams. Alongside him, defenseman Zach Werenski, with his team-leading 13 assists, will need to be on top of his game, creating opportunities and fortifying the defense against a potent Hurricanes attack.

Considering the trajectories of both teams this season, the Hurricanes appear to have the upper hand in this matchup. Their impressive 14-5 record speaks volumes, not to mention their solid road record. The Blue Jackets, while they have shown sparks of brilliance at home, still seem to be finding their rhythm. Unless Columbus can significantly outperform their season averages, it's likely that the Hurricanes will carry the day, leveraging their strong offensive and tight defensive play to secure a win at Nationwide Arena. What do you think? Could we be in for an upset, or will the stats hold true?

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