Columbus Blue Jackets @ Florida Panthers Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 3/6/2025 7:00 PM EST

We have your Columbus Blue Jackets @ Florida Panthers prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Florida Panthers hit the road to face the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Columbus Blue Jackets @ Florida Panthers Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Florida Panthers -250 at ESPN BET, Columbus Blue Jackets +220 at DraftKings.
Best Spread Odds: Florida Panthers -1.5 (+100) at ESPN BET, Columbus Blue Jackets +1.5 (-115) at BetRivers.
Best Total Odds: Over 6.0 (-115) at BetMGM, Under 6.5 (-125) at DraftKings.

Game Info

Date: March 6, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM EST
Location: Amerant Bank Arena, Sunrise, Florida
TV: FanDuel Sports Network

Columbus Blue Jackets @ Florida Panthers Preview

The Florida Panthers are entering this matchup as one of the hottest teams in the NHL, boasting a 9-2-0 record in their last 11 games. They are coming off a strong 2-1 victory against the Tampa Bay Lightning and are looking to maintain their momentum as they battle for the top spot in the Atlantic Division. Despite missing star player Matthew Tkachuk due to injury, the Panthers have been led by Sam Reinhart, who has 31 goals and 64 points this season, and Sergei Bobrovsky, who has been solid in net with a 2.55 GAA and .906 save percentage.

On the other hand, the Columbus Blue Jackets are fighting to hold onto their playoff position. They recently saw their four-game win streak snapped in a 6-2 loss to Tampa Bay. Columbus has been one of the top offensive teams in the league, scoring 207 goals this season, with standout performances from Zach Werenski and Kirill Marchenko. However, their defensive struggles and inconsistency have been a concern, especially against top-tier teams like Florida.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

The Florida Panthers have dominated recent matchups against the Columbus Blue Jackets, winning their last six meetings. In their most recent encounter on October 15, 2024, the Panthers secured a 4-3 victory. Over the past four seasons, Columbus has managed just three wins in 18 games against Florida (3-12-3). Historically, the Blue Jackets lead the all-time series 26-20-5, but the Panthers have been the superior team in recent years.

Pick: Florida Panthers -1.5 (+100)

The Florida Panthers are the clear favorites in this matchup, and for good reason. They are in excellent form, with a 9-2-0 record in their last 11 games, and have consistently outperformed the Blue Jackets in recent head-to-head matchups. The Panthers' offensive firepower, combined with Columbus' defensive struggles, makes the spread of -1.5 a strong pick. Additionally, Florida's home record of 20-10-2 further supports their dominance in this game.

Top Player Prop Picks

1. Sam Reinhart Over 0.5 Goals

Reinhart has been the Panthers' top scorer this season with 31 goals. With Columbus' defensive issues, he is well-positioned to find the back of the net in this game.

2. Zach Werenski Over 2.5 Shots on Goal

Werenski has been a key offensive contributor for Columbus, averaging significant ice time and leading the team in shots. Expect him to be active in this game as the Blue Jackets look to generate offense.

3. Sergei Bobrovsky Over 27.5 Saves

Bobrovsky has been solid in net for Florida, and with Columbus averaging 28.73 shots per game, he should have plenty of opportunities to rack up saves.

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