Boston Bruins vs Columbus Blue Jackets Picks and Prediction for Sunday March 29 2026
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The Boston Bruins head to Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio to take on the Columbus Blue Jackets on Sunday, March 29, 2026 with a 5:00 PM ET start time on ESPN+. The Blue Jackets are listed as -155 favorites on the moneyline, while the Bruins are +130 underdogs. The total is set at 6.5 goals, and Boston is getting +1.5 on the puck line. Be sure to check out our free NHL picks for more expert analysis.
Bruins Bring Balanced Attack on the Road
Boston enters this matchup with a 40-24-8 record and a 14-14-7 road mark, showing they have been average away from home. In their last five games, they have wins over Buffalo, Detroit, and Winnipeg, with losses to Toronto and Montreal, indicating a team capable of competing with strong opponents.
The Bruins are averaging 3.29 goals per game while allowing 3.07 goals against, showing a relatively balanced approach. They generate 27.3 shots per game but allow 30.0 shots, which suggests they can be vulnerable defensively. Their power play has been effective with 51 goals and a 23.5 percent success rate, but their penalty kill sits at 76.7 percent, which could be a concern.
Boston’s strength lies in their offensive production and ability to capitalize on the power play. With consistent scoring and a solid conversion rate, they can keep pace in high-scoring games, but their defensive inconsistencies remain a key factor.
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Blue Jackets Thrive at Nationwide Arena
Columbus comes in with a 38-23-11 record and an excellent 20-8-7 home record, making them a tough team to beat in their own building. Over their last five games, they have wins over Philadelphia, Seattle, and the New York Rangers, with losses to Montreal and the Islanders.
The Blue Jackets average 3.14 goals per game while allowing 3.03 goals against, showing similar balance to Boston. They generate 29.8 shots per game and allow 28.9, giving them a slight edge in puck possession. Their power play has produced 35 goals with a 20.0 percent rate, while their penalty kill sits at 78.2 percent.
Columbus’ advantage comes from their home performance and ability to control the pace with higher shot volume. They are disciplined compared to Boston and can capitalize on defensive lapses, especially at home where they have been strong all season.
Boston Bruins vs Columbus Blue Jackets Pick
Bruins vs Blue Jackets Moneyline Pick
- Pick: Columbus Blue Jackets -155
Columbus has the home ice advantage and slightly better puck control metrics, which should give them the edge in this matchup. Boston’s defensive issues, particularly on the road, could be exposed by a Columbus team that plays well at home.
Bruins vs Blue Jackets Total Pick
- Pick: Over 6.5
I am taking the over in this game because both teams average over three goals per game and have shown defensive vulnerabilities. With both teams capable of generating shots and converting on the power play, I expect this game to feature enough scoring to go over the total.
Final Score Prediction: Columbus Blue Jackets 4, Boston Bruins 3
This prediction was written before the completion of game play on Saturday.
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