Final Score: Lightning 2 - Blue Jackets 3
Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET

Lightning @ Blue Jackets

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lightning
1-4 Rating 1510
Form: LLWLL
Model Probability
53%
47%
Projected margin: Columbus Blue Jackets +0.1
Blue Jackets
1-3 Rating 1474
Form: WLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lightning Blue Jackets
All-time wins 39 21
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average goals 3.2 2.5
Last meeting 6 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Lightning Blue Jackets
Games played 5 4
Avg goals scored 2.8 2.8
Avg goals conceded 3.6 3.2
Win percentage 20% 25%
Away win % / Home win % 33% 0%