- Matchup: Columbus Blue Jackets vs Montreal Canadiens
- Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
- Venue: Bell Centre, Montreal, QC
- Broadcast: TSN2
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The Montreal Canadiens (46-22-10) will host the Columbus Blue Jackets (39-27-12) at the Bell Centre on Saturday.
In their most recent game, the Columbus Blue Jackets played to a 3-3 draw against the Red Wings. While the Blue Jackets displayed some offensive potential, there’s still room for enhancement. They converted 3 out of 35 shots on goal and managed to score 1 goal from 4 power play opportunities. Columbus recorded a total of 4 penalty minutes in the match.
So far this season, Columbus’ opponents have secured 212 power play opportunities (ranked 24th in the league) and have scored 51 goals during those chances. The Blue Jackets have faced 2,273 shots against, with a save percentage of .895. They themselves have taken 2,277 shots with a shooting rate of 10.5%. At even strength, Columbus has given up 188 goals, compared to 201 goals when they are on the offensive. This season, they have accumulated 189 power play opportunities, converting 37 into goals for a rate of 19.58%. Currently, Columbus holds 90 points, with a points percentage of .577. In terms of scoring, the Blue Jackets have netted 238 goals (17th in the NHL) while allowing 239 goals against.
Starting in goal for this matchup will be Jet Greaves. Over his career, Greaves has participated in 72 games, holding a record of 35-25-11 with 69 starts. He has allowed 185 goals against, maintaining a goals against average of 2.68. With 2,163 shots faced, he has made 1,978 saves, yielding a save percentage of .914 over 1,240 minutes on the ice. Throughout his professional career, Greaves boasts 47 quality starts with a quality start rate of .681.
In their last contest, the Montreal Canadiens squared off against the Panthers, concluding in a 3-3 draw. The Canadiens registered 3 goals from 32 shots on goal and converted 1 of their 4 power play opportunities.
This season, the Montreal Canadiens have scored 269 goals, accumulating 102 points and maintaining a points percentage of .654. They have allowed a total of 240 goals, including 187 at even strength and 53 while short-handed. The Canadiens have generated 215 goals in full-strength situations and 54 goals (ranking 8th in the NHL) during power plays, benefiting from 226 power play opportunities with a conversion rate of 23.89%. With 2,062 shots attempted (23rd in the league), their shooting percentage stands at 13.05%, while they have allowed 2,174 shots against. Montreal’s penalty kill success rate is 77.73% against 238 power play chances from their opponents, and their current save percentage is 89.0%.
At the opposing end, Jakub Dobes will be guarding the net. His opponents average 2.72 goals per game, leading to a total of 147 goals against him. Dobes has achieved a 63.0% quality start percentage with 34 quality starts in his professional career. He has started 54 games, with a total ice time of 946 minutes. His career record is 35-12-7 across 56 games, having made 1,404 saves from 1,551 shots, translating to a save percentage of .905.
So, who will claim victory in tonight’s NHL matchup—against the spread or on the moneyline?
Expert Prediction: Favor Columbus
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