Get ready for an exciting matchup! Thursday night brings a thrilling contest as the Columbus Blue Jackets face the Colorado Avalanche. This article offers a thorough look at the teams, key players, recent performances, and more, providing fans with a detailed preview of the Blue Jackets vs. Avalanche game.
Avalanche face Blue Jackets in Thursday Night Matchup
Betting Preview
According to BETMGM SPORTSBOOK, the Avalanche are favored with a -159 line, while the Blue Jackets are at +133. The over/under is set at 6.5.
Team Dynamics
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Columbus Blue Jackets:
- Overall record: 34-30-9
- Home record: 22-9-5
- Record in one-goal games: 6-7-8
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Colorado Avalanche:
- Overall record: 46-26-4
- Road record: 21-15-1
- Scoring differential: +41 (251 goals scored, 210 conceded)
This marks the second encounter between the teams this season. The Blue Jackets previously defeated the Avalanche 6-4.
key Players
Kirill Marchenko (Blue Jackets)
Marchenko leads the Blue Jackets with 31 goals and 39 assists. He recently scored a hat trick in an 8-4 victory against the Nashville Predators.
Marchenko’s performance has been a game-changer for us,said a team spokesperson.His ability to find the net is exceptional.
Nathan MacKinnon (Avalanche)
MacKinnon is a key player for the Avalanche, boasting 30 goals and 81 assists.
MacKinnon’s playmaking ability is among the best in the league,commented an analyst.He consistently creates opportunities for his teammates.
Boone Jenner (Blue Jackets)
Jenner has contributed five goals and four assists in his last 10 games.
Cale Makar (Avalanche)
Makar has recorded five goals and seven assists over the past 10 games.
Recent Games
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Blue Jackets (last 10 Games):
- Record: 3-6-1
- Average goals: 2.6
- Average assists: 4.6
- Penalties: 3
- Penalty minutes: 6.6
- Goals against: 3.5
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Avalanche (Last 10 Games):
- Record: 7-2-1
- Average goals: 3.2
- Average assists: 5.6
- Penalties: 2.9
- Penalty minutes: 6.1
- Goals against: 2
Injury Updates
Neither the Blue Jackets nor the Avalanche have any listed injuries.
