The Columbus Blue Jackets will take on the Dallas Stars on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 8:00 PM. The game will be held at the American Airlines Center and will air on ESPN+. The Blue Jackets have a current record of 2-3-0, while the Stars stand at 3-2-0. This game marks the beginning of the NHL Regular Season.

Blue Jackets vs. Stars Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Columbus Blue Jackets +159. The Blue Jackets have shown potential with a recent win over the Tampa Bay Lightning. As the underdog, they offer good value, especially with Kirill Marchenko leading in goals.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 6.0 (-119). Both teams have been involved in high-scoring games recently, with Dallas scoring five goals in two of their last five games. This trend suggests a high-scoring game is likely.

Team Trends

• The Dallas Stars have a home record of 3-2 this season.
• Columbus Blue Jackets are ranked 12th in the Eastern Conference.
• Dallas Stars’ head coach is Glen Gulutzan.
• Columbus Blue Jackets recently won against the Tampa Bay Lightning by 1 point.
• The Dallas Stars play their home games at the American Airlines Center.

Blue Jackets vs Stars Preview

The Columbus Blue Jackets are ready to visit the Dallas Stars on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. The game will take place at the American Airlines Center at 8:00 PM. Fans can catch the action live on ESPN+.

The Blue Jackets enter this game with a record of 2-3-0, while the Stars hold a 3-2-0 record. This game is a chance for both teams to start the NHL Regular Season strong. Both teams will look to their top players to make an impact on the ice.

Dallas Stars Ready for Action

The Dallas Stars have some strong skaters this season. Mikko Rantanen leads with 7 points in 5 games. Jason Robertson and Roope Hintz each have 6 points, showing their skills on the ice.

Thomas Harley is making an impact on defense. He has 16 blocks in 5 games, helping the team stay strong. Wyatt Johnston is also contributing with 4 goals and 2 assists.

In goal, Jake Oettinger is solid for the Stars. He has 3 wins in 4 games with 114 saves. Casey DeSmith is also part of the lineup, adding depth to the goaltending position.

Columbus Blue Jackets Gear Up

Kirill Marchenko is making a mark for the Columbus Blue Jackets. He has 5 goals and 1 assist in 5 games. Dmitri Voronkov is also stepping up with 2 goals and 3 assists. Zach Werenski is key in defense for the Blue Jackets. He has 8 blocks and 4 points in 5 games. Boone Jenner adds strength with 10 hits and 4 points. In goal, Elvis Merzlikins has played 2 games. He has 1 win and 80 saves. Jet Greaves has also been active with 77 saves in 3 games.

Final Betting Pick

The Columbus Blue Jackets offer good value on the money line at +159. They recently secured a win against the Tampa Bay Lightning, showing their potential. Kirill Marchenko has been a key player, leading in goals with five in five games. This makes them a strong underdog pick, especially on the road.

For the over/under, the over 6.0 at -119 is a solid choice. Both teams have been part of high-scoring games. Dallas has scored five goals in two of their last five games. This suggests that another high-scoring game is likely, making the over a smart pick.

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