Columbus Blue Jackets vs Anaheim Ducks 3/17/2023 Picks

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Anaheim Ducks 3/17/2023 Picks Predictions Previews

The Columbus Blue Jackets will go against the Anaheim Ducks in NHL action in Honda Center, CA, on Friday, March 17, 2023, at 10:00 PM ET.

The Blue Jackets attack is having a difficult season, averaging just 2.64 goals per game.

The top two lines, Johnny Gaudreau, Boone Jenner, and Patrik Laine, combined for 60 goals and 87 assists, but the rest of the offense struggled.

Due to the fact that only six active players produced 10 goals or more, opponents can shut down the helpless offense.

Although the offense had trouble, the Blue Jackets’ defense fell short, giving up 3.76 goals per game.

As the rest of the team underperformed, Erik Gudbranson and Andrew Peeke collaborated for 3.5 defensive point shares, which allowed opponents to get open chances on goal at will.

Goalie Michael Hutchinson also had trouble, stopping.873 of his shots and allowing 4.36 goals per shot on 79 attempts.

The total went OVER in 4 of Columbus’ last 5 matches.
The Columbus Blue Jackets are 1-5 SU in their last 6 matches.
The Columbus Blue Jackets are 1-7 SU in their last 8 matches against Anaheim.

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Columbus Blue Jackets vs Anaheim Ducks Predictions 3/17/2023

The Ducks‘ offense is underperforming, averaging just 2.53 goals per game, and the team is having a forgettable season.

The offense suffered without Troy Terry, Trevor Zegras, and Mason McTavish, who combined for 56 goals and 91 assists. The terrible offense can be eliminated by opponents because only six active skaters have 10 goals or more.

Although the Ducks’ offense faltered, their defense fell short, giving up 4.03 goals per game, including 11 in their last two games.

As the rest of the team struggled, Cam Fowler and Kevin Shattenkirk collaborated for 4.1 defensive point shares, which allowed opponents to easily find open shots on goal.

Goalie Lukas Dostal also had trouble, posting a 3.90 goals-against average on 402 shots and a.898 save percentage with -2.7 goals saved above average.

The Anaheim Ducks are 1-4 SU in their last 5 matches.
The Anaheim Ducks are 3-9 SU in their last 12 matches at home.
The Anaheim Ducks are 5-2 SU in their last 7 matches at home against Columbus.

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Anaheim Ducks. The NHL pick for this game is the Anaheim Ducks. Although both teams are having terrible seasons, the Ducks will take the lead and dominate on home ice.

With Troy Terry, Trevor Zegras, and the rest of the forward group pushing the puck into the offensive zone and producing open shots on the wing, and with quick centering passes, the Ducks should consistently find the back of the net.

With Kevin Shattenkirk and Cam Fowler forcing turnovers in the defensive zone and restricting shots on goal, the Ducks should be able to contain the Blue Jackets’ attack, which averages just 2.64 goals per game.

This will give goaltender Lukas Dostal plenty of opportunities to make crucial saves.

To end their two-game losing streak, the Ducks should prevail with a dominant showing on home ice. The Anaheim Ducks will win to a predicted score of 5-4.

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