Games / NHL / Mar 18, 2027

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Detroit Red Wings: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Columbus Blue Jackets (7-9-0) visit the Detroit Red Wings (7-9-3) on Thursday, March 18, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI. TV: CBJNHL, DSN. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Detroit Red Wings vs Columbus Blue Jackets.

NHLThursday, March 18, 2027

Columbus Blue Jackets7-9-0

7:00 PM ETMar 18, 2027

Detroit Red Wings7-9-3

DateMar 18, 2027

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueLittle Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI

TVCBJNHL, DSN

Team comparison

Columbus Blue JacketsDetroit Red Wings

Goals per game

2.6

2.7

Goals allowed per game

3.2

3.1

7-9-0Record7-9-3

7th in Metropolitan DivisionStanding8th in Atlantic Division

1-5Road record / home record4-6

LLWWLLast 5LLLLW

L2StreakL4

Team stats

Columbus Blue JacketsDetroit Red Wings

Goals Against Average

3.19

3.00

Shots Against per Game

28.1

25.8

Penalty Kill Percentage

73.9

69.5

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

2.44

2.58

Shots per Game

26.6

28.9

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

17.1

21.3

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

140

168

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Columbus Blue Jackets

No injuries listed.

Detroit Red Wings

Albert Johansson D · Undisclosed - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Dylan Larkin C · Suspension

Injured Reserve

Simon Edvinsson D · Contract Dispute

Injured Reserve

Recent form

Columbus Blue JacketsLLWWL

Nov 10, 2026 · vs Florida PanthersL 1-4

Nov 6, 2026 · at Buffalo SabresL 2-5

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Dallas StarsW 2-1

Nov 3, 2026 · vs Colorado AvalancheW 7-2

Oct 31, 2026 · at Dallas StarsL 1-3

Detroit Red WingsLLLLW

Nov 10, 2026 · at St. Louis BluesL 2-3

Nov 7, 2026 · at Colorado AvalancheL 0-4

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Vegas Golden KnightsL 1-2

Nov 3, 2026 · at Tampa Bay LightningL 2-4

Nov 2, 2026 · at Florida PanthersW 5-3

Season series

Series starts 11/27

Mar 18, 2027CBJ 0, DET 0

Jan 30, 2027DET 0, CBJ 0

Nov 27, 2026DET 0, CBJ 0

Team pages

Columbus Blue Jackets
Schedule, roster and stats

Detroit Red Wings
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Columbus Blue Jackets vs Detroit Red Wings?

The game is on Thursday, March 18, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

How can I watch Columbus Blue Jackets vs Detroit Red Wings?

TV: CBJNHL, DSN.

What are the records of the Columbus Blue Jackets and Detroit Red Wings?

Columbus Blue Jackets: 7-9-0. Detroit Red Wings: 7-9-3.

Who is injured for Columbus Blue Jackets vs Detroit Red Wings?

Listed out or doubtful: Detroit Red Wings: Albert Johansson, Dylan Larkin, Simon Edvinsson. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Columbus Blue Jackets vs Detroit Red Wings played?

Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

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