Panthers vs. Blue Jackets prediction: Why Columbus is favored to win Tuesday's NHL matchup [10/13/2026]

Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have re-simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NHL game between the Panthers and Blue Jackets, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives the Blue Jackets a 53.7% chance of defeating the Panthers. According to our model, the Panthers (+1.5) have a 67.9% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 54.6% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Puck Line: Panthers +1.5 (-220) / Blue Jackets -1.5 (+200)
• Moneyline: Panthers +110, Blue Jackets -129
• Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-125/+110)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Puck line: Panthers +1.5 @ -220 via BetMGM
• Moneyline: Panthers @ +110 via BetMGM
• Total: Over 5.5 @ -125 via ESPN BET

According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Panthers +1.5 at the spread.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Panthers vs. Blue Jackets player props

Who will score a goal in Panthers vs. Blue Jackets?

According to our model, Sam Reinhart is most likely to score an anytime goal in Panthers vs. Blue Jackets.

Our projections give Reinhart a 39.8% chance of scoring a goal at Nationwide Arena, while the star is an 8.0% chance of registering the first goal the game.

Anytime goal scorer predictions

Florida Panthers

• Sam Reinhart: 39.8% probability
• Matthew Tkachuk: 35.2% probability
• Brady Tkachuk: 30.1% probability
• Sam Bennett: 29.6% probability
• Carter Verhaeghe: 27.3% probability

Columbus Blue Jackets

• Adam Fantilli: 29.8% probability
• Matthew Knies: 25.8% probability
• Zach Werenski: 25.3% probability
• Mathieu Olivier: 25.2% probability
• Charlie Coyle: 23.4% probability

First goal scorer predictions

Florida Panthers

• Sam Reinhart: 8.0% probability
• Matthew Tkachuk: 7.0% probability
• Sam Bennett: 6.0% probability
• Brady Tkachuk: 5.2% probability
• Carter Verhaeghe: 4.6% probability

Columbus Blue Jackets

• Adam Fantilli: 5.3% probability
• Matthew Knies: 4.9% probability
• Zach Werenski: 4.8% probability
• Mathieu Olivier: 4.7% probability
• Valeri Nichushkin: 4.4% probability

Game info & puck drop details

Tuesday's action between the Blue Jackets and Panthers at Nationwide Arena is scheduled to commence at 6:15 PM ET.

• Who: Florida Panthers vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
• Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
• Time: 6:15 PM ET/3:15PM PT
• Venue: Nationwide Arena

Conclusion

We predict the Blue Jackets, with a 53.7% win probability, will likely beat the Panthers in Tuesday's NHL matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary NHL prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.