NHL: Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Picks, Odds, and Preview (Oct 24)
The intense action in the NHL continues this week, as the Washington Capitals travel to the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Caps will be looking to achieve successive wins, while the home team will be aiming to register a third straight victory. Find our Capitals vs. Blue Jackets picks here.
Event Overview
- When: Friday, October 24, 2025. 7:00 PM ET
- Where: Nationwide Arena, Columbus
- How to Watch: ESPN+
Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Odds
Head-to-Head Record
The Capitals hold a solid recent record against the Blue Jackets, winning each of the last two. However, the Blue Jackets have recorded successive wins in competitive meetings between the sides.
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Game Preview
The Washington Capitals have enjoyed a solid enough start to the new NHL season after winning five of their opening seven games. However, due to the competitive nature of the Metropolitan Division, they only sit fourth in the current standings.
The Caps will be aiming to build on a recent win in the NHL after overcoming the Seattle Kraken earlier this week. Washington raced into a 3-0 lead after the first two periods, before seeing out the win impressively. Nic Dowd and Jakob Chychrun were among the scorers.
The Columbus Blue Jackets will also be appeased with their start to the new season, despite sitting second bottom in the competitive Metropolitan Division. They have gone 3-3-0 across their opening six games, but they have hit form after winning their last two.
Their attacking players sparkled in a recent 5-1 win over the Dallas Stars. Columbus scored twice in the opening period, before adding three further efforts in the final frame. Adam Fantilli and Boone Jenner both scored and assisted in the dominant win.
Capitals vs. Blue Jackets Picks
This should be a competitive clash in the Eastern Conference on Friday. However, the Blue Jackets will take plenty of confidence from their recent outings, and they could be the outstanding play to register a third straight win.
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