- Matchup: Chicago Blackhawks vs Columbus Blue Jackets
- Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
- Venue: Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH
- Broadcast: Fanduel Sports Network
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The Chicago Blackhawks (22-25-9) are set to visit Nationwide Arena this Wednesday to clash with the Columbus Blue Jackets (27-20-7).
The Chicago Blackhawks recently celebrated a victory, defeating the Sharks 6-3 in their last outing. During this game, Chicago faced 8 penalty minutes and capitalized on 4 power play opportunities, scoring 1 goal. Their offensive play was commendable, evident in their ability to score on 6 out of 17 shots attempted.
This season, the Blackhawks’ opponents have garnered 174 power play opportunities (ranking 7th in professional hockey) resulting in 25 goals. Chicago has faced a total of 1,661 shots against, holding a save percentage of .894. They have attempted 1,387 shots with a shooting percentage of 10.9%. At even strength, the Blackhawks have conceded 151 goals while scoring 120. They have also had 159 power play opportunities, scoring 31 goals, representing a 19.50% success rate. Currently, Chicago has totaled 53 points, with a points percentage of .473. In terms of goal scoring, the Blackhawks have netted 151 goals (26th in the league) while allowing 176 goals against.
Spencer Knight will guard the net for this game. Over his career, Knight has allowed 350 goals, recording a goals-against average of 2.85 across 133 games. With a save percentage of .905 from 5,130 minutes of play, his career record stands at 65-48-16, with 123 starts. Knight has achieved 65 quality starts, yielding a quality start rate of .528. He has faced 3,697 shots and made 3,347 saves.
In their last match, Columbus faced off against the Blues, securing a win with a score of 5-3. The Blue Jackets had 2 power play chances and converted 1, successfully scoring on 5 out of 23 shots attempted.
This season, the Blue Jackets have scored 140 even-strength goals and 27 on power plays (26th in the NHL). They have taken 1,622 shots (8th in the league) with a shooting percentage of 10.30% while conceding 1,647 shots. Overall, Columbus has netted 167 goals, earning 61 points with a points percentage of .565. They have allowed 176 goals, split between 140 at even strength and 36 while shorthanded. This team has earned 134 power play opportunities, achieving a conversion rate of 20.15%. Their penalty kill rate stands at 76.47%, preventing goals on 153 opposition power plays, with a save percentage of 89.3%.
Elvis Merzlikins will be the starting goalie for Columbus. Merzlikins’ career stats include a record of 104-108-36 over 264 games, achieving a quality start rate of 47.8% with 119 quality starts. He has made 7,173 saves from 7,968 shots, maintaining a save percentage of .900. Opponents average 3.19 goals per game against him, with a total of 795 goals allowed. He has started in 249 games, accumulating 12,979 minutes of ice time.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NHL matchup against the spread or moneyline?
Choice: Bet on Columbus
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