Red Wings vs Blue Jackets Picks and Prediction – 1/3/2025

The Detroit Red Wings head to Columbus on Thursday to take on the Blue Jackets. Detroit is 15-18-4 on the season. The Red Wings are 5-5 over their last ten games but they are riding a two game win streak. Detroit beat Pittsburgh in their last game played 4-2. The Red Wings are 6-8-2 on the road. Stay up to date with our expert's NHL Picks. 

Alex Lyon will make the start in goal for the Detroit Red Wings. Lyon is 7-5 on the season with 36 goals allowed. Lyon carries a 2.83 goals against average with a .899 save percentage. The Detroit Red Wings are allowing an average of 3.24 goals against per game. 

The Columbus Blue Jackets are 16-16-5 on the season. The Blue Jackets are 4-3-3 over their last ten games. Columbus carries a 12-4-3 home ice record. The Blue Jackets are averaging 3.29 goals scored per game. 

Elvis Merzlikins will make his 25th start in net for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Merzlikins is 12-9-3 on the season with 74 goals allowed. Merzlikins carrise a 3.07 goals against average with a .891 save percentage. Merzlikins has one shutout on the season. 

The Detroit Red Wings have some momentum entering this game on Thursday. The Red Wings are seeking a third straight win. Detroit has scored 4 goals in back to back games. The Red Wings show the best value at even money. Final Score Prediction, Detroit Red Wings win 3-2.