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Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs Prediction: Toronto Predicted to Win Wednesday's NHL Matchup [1/22/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Wednesday's Columbus Blue Jackets vs Toronto Maple Leafs matchup.
The Toronto Maple Leafs will take on the Columbus Blue Jackets in NHL action at Scotiabank Arena on Wednesday, beginning at 7:30PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Maple Leafs as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Columbus-Toronto game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"With the latest updates and numerous other variables, we estimate the Maple Leafs' chance of winning at 62%, with the Blue Jackets at 37%."
For expanded analysis of Wednesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs predictions page.
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Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Wednesday's matchup between the Maple Leafs and Blue Jackets at Scotiabank Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:30PM ET.
- Who: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
- Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025
- Time: 7:30PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Scotiabank Arena
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Wednesday's Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Columbus vs. Toronto picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NHL matchup between the Blue Jackets and Maple Leafs 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Maple Leafs a 62% chance of beating the Blue Jackets.
According to our model, the Blue Jackets (+1.5) have a 59% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 51% chance of staying under.
Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blue Jackets | Maple Leafs |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-145) | -1.5 (+125) |
| Moneyline | +165 | -196 |
| Total | o6.5 (-115) | u6.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs matchup is on the over/under.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs?
According to our model, Toronto's Auston Matthews is most likely to score the first goal in Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs.
Our projections give Matthews a 10.8% chance of scoring the first goal at Scotiabank Arena, while the Maple Leafs star is a 52.8% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 5.5% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 5.2% |
| Dmitri Voronkov | 4.9% |
Toronto Maple Leafs
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Auston Matthews | 10.8% |
| William Nylander | 7.6% |
| Bobby McMann | 6.4% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dmitri Voronkov | 31.7% |
| Adam Fantilli | 30.7% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 29.2% |
Toronto Maple Leafs
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Auston Matthews | 52.8% |
| William Nylander | 39.6% |
| Bobby McMann | 33.1% |
Conclusion
We predict the Maple Leafs, with a 62% win probability, will likely beat the Blue Jackets on Wednesday.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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