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2025–26 Regular Season
Complete head-to-head matchup analysis for Columbus Blue Jackets vs Detroit Red Wings across the 2025–26 regular season. This page compares overall records, Corsi and Fenwick possession rates, expected goals, scoring chances, and high-danger opportunities — plus projected starting goalies with their GSAx (Goals Saved Above Expected) ratings. Betting considerations highlight Elo-based win probabilities, implied odds from sportsbooks, and situational edges worth watching. The last 10 games section shows recent form with per-game CF%, xGF%, and results so you can identify momentum and trends heading into the next matchup.
Season Overview
| Team | Record | GP | +/- | CF% | FF% | xGF% | PP% | PK% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Blue Jackets | 39-28-12 | 79 | -6 | 49.7 | 49.4 | 49.4 | 19.2% | 76.2% |
| Detroit Red Wings | 41-29-9 | 79 | -5 | 49.2 | 50.3 | 50.7 | 23.2% | 77.4% |
Betting Considerations
Columbus Blue Jackets(Away)19-17-4 on the road this season
Averaging 1.6 goals/game last 5 (-48% vs season avg)
Allowing 4.0 goals/game last 5 (+28% vs season avg)
2-0-1 vs Detroit Red Wings this season
Lost 6 of last 7 games
PK (76.2%) vulnerable against Detroit Red Wings's PP (23.2%)
Detroit Red Wings(Home)21-15-4 at home this season
Averaging 3.6 goals/game last 5 (+22% vs season avg)
Allowing 3.6 goals/game last 5 (+18% vs season avg)
On 4-game homestand
1-0-2 vs Columbus Blue Jackets this season
Seeking revenge after losing last matchup to Columbus Blue Jackets
Lost 5 of last 7 games
4/6 on the PP in last 3 games — well above their 23.2% average
PP (23.2%) has an edge vs Columbus Blue Jackets's PK (76.2%)
Missing John Gibson (DTD) — 55 GP starter
Projected Goalie Starters
| Goalie | GP | SV% | GAA | HDSV% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 E. Merzlikins50%Game tomorrow — starter may rest tonight after 3 consecutive starts | 30 | .882 | 1.12 | .826 |
 J. Gibson85%Clear #1 (87% start rate), 2 consecutive starts | 55 | .904 | 0.81 | .793 |
Last 10 Games
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 9 |  Buffalo Sabres | Away | L 0–5 |
| Apr 7 | Detroit Red Wings | Away | W 4–3 (SO) |
| Apr 4 |  Winnipeg Jets | Home | L 1–2 |
| Apr 2 |  Carolina Hurricanes | Away | L 1–5 |
| Mar 31 | Carolina Hurricanes | Home | L 2–5 |
| Mar 29 |  Boston Bruins | Home | L 3–4 (SO) |
| Mar 28 |  San Jose Sharks | Home | L 2–3 |
| Mar 26 |  Montreal Canadiens | Away | L 1–2 |
| Mar 24 |  Philadelphia Flyers | Away | W 3–2 |
| Mar 22 |  New York Islanders | Away | L 0–1 |