Columbus Blue Jackets vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/20

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The NHL Regular Season is underway, and the Columbus Blue Jackets are set to play against the Anaheim Ducks. The game will be held at the Honda Center on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 10:00 PM. Fans can watch the action live on ESPN+.

The Blue Jackets, led by Head Coach Dean Evason, have a record of 14-14-6. They are currently ranked 16th in the Eastern Conference. On the other side, the Ducks, coached by Joel Quenneville, hold a 20-12-2 record. They are 5th in the Western Conference and 2nd in the Pacific Division.

Blue Jackets vs Ducks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Anaheim Ducks
  • Venue: Honda Center
  • Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Anaheim Ducks MoneyLine -120, Columbus Blue Jackets MoneyLine -104

Columbus Blue Jackets Team Preview

The Columbus Blue Jackets have faced some challenges in their recent games. They had a tough loss against the Minnesota Wild, with a final score of 5-2. Zach Werenski was a standout player, scoring both goals for the team.

In a close game against the Anaheim Ducks, the Blue Jackets managed to secure a 4-3 win. Boone Jenner and Zach Werenski were key contributors, with Werenski scoring twice and Jenner adding a goal and an assist. Despite being outshot by the Ducks, Columbus showed strong defensive play with 19 blocks.

Against the Vegas Golden Knights, Columbus suffered a narrow 3-2 defeat. Charlie Coyle and Yegor Chinakhov each scored a goal. The Blue Jackets had more shots on goal but couldn’t convert enough to take the win.

Anaheim Ducks Team Preview

The Anaheim Ducks have had mixed results in their recent games. They managed to secure a win against the New York Rangers, finishing with a 4-1 score. However, they faced defeats against teams like the Columbus Blue Jackets and the New Jersey Devils, losing 4-3 and 4-1, respectively.

Ville Husso has been a key player for the Ducks in the net. In their victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins, he recorded 44 saves on 47 shots. Despite the loss to the Islanders, he still made 32 saves on 37 shots, showing his ability to handle pressure.

The Ducks’ top skaters include Leo Carlsson and Cutter Gauthier. Carlsson has played 34 games with 17 goals and 24 assists, while Gauthier has 18 goals and 18 assists. These players, along with Troy Terry, have been crucial in generating offense for the team.

BTB Betting Pick

The Anaheim Ducks are favored in this game with a moneyline of -120. The Columbus Blue Jackets have a moneyline of -104. Based on the stats, Anaheim has a slight edge in goals and assists, which suggests they could come out on top. The projected score is Anaheim 4, Columbus 3. Therefore, the pick is for the Anaheim Ducks to win straight up.

The total for the game is set at 6.5, with the odds for the over at -128 and the under at +104. Both teams have strong offensive stats, and their goaltending has allowed a fair number of goals this season. The projected total score is 7, so the recommendation is to take the over 6.5.