Blue Jackets @ Lightning

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Final Score: Blue Jackets 0 - Lightning 0
Monday, December 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Columbus
Blue Jackets
7-8 Rating 1492
Form: LLWWL
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Model Probability
38%
62%
Projected margin: Tampa Bay Lightning +1.0
Tampa Bay
Lightning
11-5 Rating 1554
Form: WLWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Blue Jackets Lightning
All-time wins 24 39
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average goals 2.6 3.2
Last meeting 5 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Blue Jackets Lightning
Games played 15 16
Avg goals scored 2.7 3.8
Avg goals conceded 3.1 3.1
Win percentage 47% 69%
Away win % / Home win % 17% 100%