Lightning vs Blue Jackets NHL Prediction, Odds, Picks, Best Bets for Oct. 18

Saturday's slate in the NHL includes a matchup between the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Before you make your wager on FanDuel Sportsbook, we've got you covered with all the latest NHL betting insights.

Blue Jackets vs Lightning Game Info

• Columbus Blue Jackets (1-3) vs. Tampa Bay Lightning (1-2-2)
• Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
• Time: 7 p.m. ET
• Venue: Nationwide Arena -- Columbus, Ohio
• Coverage: ESPN+

Blue Jackets vs Lightning Odds

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Blue Jackets vs Lightning Prediction & Pick

All NHL win probability predictions and picks are according to numberFire.

• Prediction: Blue Jackets win (61.4%)

Blue Jackets vs Lightning Puck Line

• The Lightning are underdogs by 1.5 goals. The Lightning are -250 to cover the spread, and the Blue Jackets are +198.

Blue Jackets vs Lightning Over/Under

• Blue Jackets versus Lightning, on Oct. 18, has an over/under of 6.5, with the over being -106 and the under -114.

Blue Jackets vs Lightning Moneyline

• Columbus is a -120 favorite on the moneyline, while Tampa Bay is a +100 underdog on the road.

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