As February 4, 2026, approaches, NHL fans are in for a treat with some of the most exhilarating matchups of the season. With the Chicago Blackhawks traveling to face the Columbus Blue Jackets, this game is set to be a nail-biter, with our model predicting a narrow victory for Columbus at 3.2 to 3.0. With a win probability of 51% for the home team, this clash is as close as it gets, promising a battle down to the last second.

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Columbus's Zach Werenski is expected to be a standout, projected to score 0.6 goals and deliver 0.8 assists. His defensive prowess coupled with offensive flair will be crucial for the Blue Jackets. Meanwhile, Tyler Bertuzzi of the Blackhawks is set to make waves with a projected 0.7 goals and 0.4 assists. And let's not forget about the young sensation Connor Bedard, expected to add 0.4 goals and 0.6 assists to the Chicago tally. This game is anyone’s to win, and for those looking for more insights, check out the detailed simulation predictions.

On the other side of the ice, the Boston Bruins take on the Florida Panthers in what promises to be a high-scoring affair. Our simulations give the Bruins a slight edge with a predicted score of 4.0 to 3.4, holding a 54% chance of skating away with the win. Boston's David Pastrnák is expected to be a key player, contributing 0.5 goals and 1.2 assists. Meanwhile, Sam Reinhart for Florida is projected to keep the Panthers competitive with 0.5 goals and 0.6 assists. The Bruins will also look to Morgan Geekie for some offensive magic, as he is expected to tally 0.6 goals and 0.7 assists. For a full breakdown, dive into the in-depth predictions.

Lastly, the Montreal Canadiens face off against the Winnipeg Jets. With Winnipeg forecasted to win 4.1 to 3.4, and a win probability of 55%, the Jets are slightly favored. Kyle Connor will be a player to watch, predicted to score 0.4 goals and assist 0.9 times. His teammate, Mark Scheifele, is projected to be just as influential with 0.3 goals and 0.9 assists. Montreal, not to be outdone, will rely on Lane Hutson to provide 0.2 goals and a whopping 1.0 assist to keep the Jets on their toes. Be sure to check out the full game predictions for more insights.

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