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Columbus Blue Jackets vs Carolina Hurricanes predictions, Mar 31, 2026

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As the Columbus Blue Jackets prepare to host the Carolina Hurricanes on March 31, 2026, fans can expect an intriguing matchup between two teams on contrasting trajectories.

The Blue Jackets have secured victories in just 2 of their last 5 games, struggling to maintain consistency and capitalize on scoring opportunities. Their recent form has highlighted tactical challenges, particularly in defensive zones, which could prove costly against an opponent like the Hurricanes.

In stark contrast, the Carolina Hurricanes enter this game with an impressive record, winning 4 of their last 5 matches. Their strong offensive capabilities and tactical discipline have led to successful adaptations across various in-game situations. With a well-balanced roster, the Hurricanes will likely capitalize on any defensive lapses from the Blue Jackets, applying pressure both at even strength and on special teams.

Bookmakers currently favor the Hurricanes with odds of 2.29 for an away win compared to the Blue Jackets’ odds of 2.58 for a home victory. Our model reflects this sentiment, predicting a 39.4% chance of a home win, a 23.8% chance of a draw, and a 38.4% chance of an away win. As both teams vie for critical points in the standings, this match promises to be competitive, with the outcome hanging in the balance.

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Columbus
36.5%		 Draw
22.2%		 Carolina
41.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:4

Outrights of NHL Carolina Hurricanes: 13.34% Columbus Blue Jackets: 2.03%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
2.67 4.37 2.34
2.58 4.27 2.29

Latest Results

29.03.26 Columbus Blue Jackets – Boston Bruins – 3:4 penalties
28.03.26 Columbus Blue Jackets – San Jose Sharks – 2:3
26.03.26 Montreal Canadiens – Columbus Blue Jackets – 2:1
24.03.26 Philadelphia Flyers – Columbus Blue Jackets – 2:3
22.03.26 New York Islanders – Columbus Blue Jackets – 1:0		 29.03.26 Carolina Hurricanes – Montreal Canadiens – 1:3
28.03.26 Carolina Hurricanes – New Jersey Devils – 5:2
24.03.26 Montreal Canadiens – Carolina Hurricanes – 5:2
22.03.26 Pittsburgh Penguins – Carolina Hurricanes – 1:5
20.03.26 Toronto Maple Leafs – Carolina Hurricanes – 3:4 OT

Facts

  • Enjoy a meeting between a mid-ranked team and one of the leaders (ranked 8 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Columbus won 2.
  • Columbus is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Carolina has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Carolina may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Columbus won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 14 matches, and goals 53:79. (average 2.7:4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Columbus won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 36:40. (average 3.6:4).

    Latest Head To Head

    17.03.26 Columbus Blue Jackets – Carolina Hurricanes – 5:1
    09.12.25 Carolina Hurricanes – Columbus Blue Jackets – 4:1
    23.01.25 Carolina Hurricanes – Columbus Blue Jackets – 7:4
    31.12.24 Columbus Blue Jackets – Carolina Hurricanes – 4:3 penalties
    15.12.24 Carolina Hurricanes – Columbus Blue Jackets – 4:1

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche ✔ 72 42 6 10 14 268:183 106
    2 Dallas Stars ✔ 74 34 10 12 18 252:203 100
    3 Minnesota Wild 74 26 15 12 21 242:216 94
    4 Anaheim Ducks 73 24 17 4 28 245:251 86
    5 Edmonton Oilers 74 28 9 9 28 258:251 83
    6 Utah Mammoth 74 29 9 6 30 235:212 82
    7 Vegas Golden Knights 74 24 8 16 26 232:234 80
    8 Nashville Predators 74 25 9 9 31 220:246 77
    9 Los Angeles Kings 73 19 10 18 26 195:222 76
    10 Seattle Kraken 72 25 7 11 29 206:224 75
    11 Winnipeg Jets 73 25 6 12 30 209:225 74
    12 San Jose Sharks 71 21 12 7 31 215:253 73
    13 St. Louis Blues 72 27 4 11 30 191:227 73
    14 Calgary Flames 73 24 7 8 34 189:225 70
    15 Chicago Blackhawks 74 20 7 13 34 192:244 67
    16 Vancouver Canucks 72 14 7 8 43 185:273 50

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Tampa Bay Lightning 73 37 9 6 21 267:203 98
    2 Carolina Hurricanes 73 33 13 6 21 258:216 98
    3 Buffalo Sabres 74 37 8 8 21 259:218 98
    4 Montreal Canadiens 73 30 12 10 21 258:233 94
    5 Boston Bruins 74 30 12 8 24 250:230 92
    6 New York Islanders 74 28 14 5 27 216:209 89
    7 Pittsburgh Penguins 73 29 7 16 21 250:234 88
    8 Columbus Blue Jackets 74 27 11 12 24 237:226 88
    9 Detroit Red Wings 73 28 11 8 26 215:218 86
    10 Ottawa Senators 73 32 6 10 25 244:224 86
    11 Philadelphia Flyers 73 23 14 12 24 216:219 86
    12 Washington Capitals 74 31 6 9 28 232:219 83
    13 New Jersey Devils 73 26 12 2 33 204:223 78
    14 Toronto Maple Leafs 74 23 8 13 30 230:260 75
    15 Florida Panthers 73 27 8 3 35 216:244 73
    16 New York Rangers 74 21 9 9 35 211:232 69

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 4 (20.84%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 5.38 (15.51%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 6.25 (13.34%)

    4. Dallas Stars: 11.5 (7.25%)

    5. Edmonton Oilers: 13 (6.41%)

    6. Vegas Golden Knights: 15 (5.56%)

    7. Minnesota Wild: 16.5 (5.05%)

    8. Buffalo Sabres: 17.5 (4.76%)

    9. Ottawa Senators: 27 (3.09%)

    10. Utah Mammoth: 28.5 (2.92%)

    11. Montreal Canadiens: 33.5 (2.49%)

    12. Pittsburgh Penguins: 36 (2.32%)

    13. Anaheim Ducks: 38.5 (2.17%)

    14. Columbus Blue Jackets: 41 (2.03%)

    15. New York Islanders: 58.5 (1.42%)

    16. Detroit Red Wings: 78.5 (1.06%)

    17. Los Angeles Kings: 78.5 (1.06%)

    18. Boston Bruins: 78.5 (1.06%)

    19. Nashville Predators: 226 (0.37%)

    20. Washington Capitals: 401 (0.21%)

    21. Philadelphia Flyers: 401 (0.21%)

    22. Winnipeg Jets: 451 (0.18%)

    23. Seattle Kraken: 501 (0.17%)

    24. San Jose Sharks: 876 (0.1%)

    25. St. Louis Blues: 1001 (0.08%)

    26. New Jersey Devils: 1126 (0.07%)

    27. Florida Panthers: 1251 (0.07%)

    28. Toronto Maple Leafs: 1251 (0.07%)

    29. Calgary Flames: 1251 (0.07%)

    30. Chicago Blackhawks: 1251 (0.07%)

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