Toronto Maple Leafs vs Columbus Blue Jackets Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/29

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The Toronto Maple Leafs will visit the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena on Wednesday. This game marks the start of the NHL regular season. The game begins at 7:30 PM and will be shown on NHLN.

Toronto enters with a record of 5-4-1. They are ranked third in the Eastern Atlantic Division. Columbus has a 5-4 record and is ranked sixth in the Eastern Metropolitan Division.

Maple Leafs vs Blue Jackets Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
  • Venue: Nationwide Arena
  • Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Toronto Maple Leafs -112, Columbus Blue Jackets -109

Toronto Maple Leafs Team Preview

The Toronto Maple Leafs have shown mixed results in their recent games. They secured wins against the Calgary Flames and Buffalo Sabres, both with a score of 4-3. However, they faced losses against the Buffalo Sabres, New Jersey Devils, and Seattle Kraken.

Matthew Knies has been a key player for the Maple Leafs. In the game against Calgary, he scored two goals and assisted once. John Tavares also contributed significantly, with consistent performances across the games.

In the net, Anthony Stolarz has been the primary goalie for the Maple Leafs. He has played in several games, including a win against Calgary. Despite a few tough outings, Stolarz continues to be a crucial part of the team’s defense.

Columbus Blue Jackets Team Preview

The Columbus Blue Jackets have shown a strong performance in their recent games. They secured a win against the Buffalo Sabres with a score of 4-3. The team managed 39 shots on goal and had one power play goal in that game.

In another close game, the Blue Jackets defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-4. They took 41 shots on goal and did not score any power play goals. Dmitri Voronkov stood out with two goals in this game.

Earlier, the Blue Jackets faced a tough game against the Washington Capitals, losing 5-1. Despite 35 shots on goal, they only managed to score once. Denton Mateychuk was the lone goal scorer for Columbus in that game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Toronto Maple Leafs are favored with a moneyline of -112 against the Columbus Blue Jackets at -109. Toronto has strong skater stats, ranking 5th in goals and assists. The projected score is Toronto 4, Columbus 3. Based on this, the pick is for Toronto to win the game.

The total for this game is set at 6.5 with the over at -113 and the under at -108. Both teams have shown the ability to score, with Toronto ranked 5th in goals and Columbus 11th. The projected total is 7, suggesting a play on the over.