The Columbus Blue Jackets (33-29-9) travel to face off against the Ottawa Senators (38-28-5) on Saturday, March 29th. This game will be played at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa and televised on ESPN+. The Senators are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Blue Jackets are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Capitals. Puck drop is set for 7:00 ET.

Blue Jackets vs Senators

The Columbus Blue Jackets Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

Columbus fell to 33-29-9 after a 7-2 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets’ defense struggled from the start, allowing five goals in the first period.

The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for 9. As underdogs on the puck line, Columbus failed to cover.

The Ottawa Senators Are Coming Off A Win

With a 3-0 win over the Kraken, the Senators improved to 38-28-5. Ottawa covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for just 3.

All three of Ottawa’s goals came from different players, and the defense held Seattle scoreless. Adam Gaudette put the Senators on the board in the first period, scoring at the 14:32 mark.

Columbus Offense Breakdown

Columbus managed 36 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson scored his 4th goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his 2nd. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless in the first period before Severson got them on the board 49 seconds into the second.

Columbus recorded 13 giveaways and failed to convert on any power play opportunities. Sean Monahan picked up his 5th assist of the season on Labanc’s goal, and Zach Aston-Reese earned his 2nd assist.

Senators Offense Breakdown

Ottawa’s offense registered 11 giveaways in their 3-0 win over Seattle. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring in the first period with his 7th goal of the season. Brady Tkachuk followed with his 7th goal as well, coming at 8:49 in the second period.

Tim Stützle added an empty-netter, his 6th goal of the year. Stützle also picked up his 10th assist on Tkachuk’s goal. The Senators took 23 shots on goal but didn’t score on the power play.

Columbus Team Defense

Columbus’ defense struggled early, giving up five goals in the first period, including one just 56 seconds in. They allowed two more goals, one at 4:51 in the second period and another at 18:34 in the third. Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves but had a save percentage of just 68.2%.

Ottawa Team Defense

On the defensive side, Ottawa shut out the Kraken, with Anton Forsberg making 22 saves and posting a 100% save percentage. The Senators’ defense also contributed 2 takeaways and 25 hits.

Blue Jackets vs Senators Trends

• In their last ten games away from home, the Blue Jackets have a straight up record of 4-6 while going 5-5 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 3 goals per game in these contests.
• In their last ten games at home, the Senators have a straight up record of 7-3 while going 4-6 vs. the spread. The team averaged 3 goals per game in this stretch.
• Through their last three games as the underdog, the Senators have an puck line record of 2-1 and a straight up mark of 2-1.
• As the betting favorite, the Blue Jackets have an puck line mark of just 4-6 in their last ten games. Columbus posted a straight up mark of 6-4 in these matchups.

Blue Jackets vs Senators Prediction

If you’re interested in a pure moneyline wager, then the Senators is the preferred option. However, with a payout of -198, it might be worth considering this bet as a component of a larger parlay.

When it comes to my suggested pick for the puck line, I’d advise taking the Blue Jackets to cover. Even in the event of a Senators victory, this matchup is likely to remain closely contested, and the Blue Jackets should cover the puck line.

When considering the over/under line, which is currently at 6.5 goals, we believe that this game will go over that threshold, and we recommend wagering on the over.

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