Adam Williams presents his prediction for the NHL match.
One of the strongest home teams in the league, the Vegas Golden Knights will host an unpredictable Columbus Blue Jackets side that have struggled on the road. The Blue Jackets could break into the playoff zone with a win, but their shaky defence makes that a difficult task.
Vegas Golden Knights
The Golden Knights have been in great form, picking up points in four of their last five games. Their attack has been particularly impressive, scoring 18 goals over that stretch (an average of 3.6 per game). This offensive strength is no surprise, as the Golden Knights boast the third-best attack in the NHL, averaging 3.4 goals per game. One of the key contributors has been Tomáš Hertl, who is currently on a 10-game point streak (8+6). Additionally, the Golden Knights have been dominant on home ice, securing 74% of available points at T-Mobile Arena this season.
Columbus Blue Jackets
The Blue Jackets have won just two of their last five games, conceding 13 goals in that span. Their defensive frailties were exposed in a 4:7 defeat to the Carolina Hurricanes, and their season-long average of 3.38 goals conceded per game ranks 27th in the NHL. Their away form has been particularly poor, picking up just 36% of possible points—one of the worst road records in the league.
Vegas Golden Knights vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction
The Vegas Golden Knights have been dominant in head-to-head matchups, averaging four goals per game in their last five meetings with the Columbus Blue Jackets. They have also won their last three home games against the Blue Jackets. Given their strong home form and superior attack, the Golden Knights should comfortably take points here.
