Games / NHL / Dec 12, 2026

Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Montreal Canadiens (11-3-4) visit the Columbus Blue Jackets (7-8-0) on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET, at Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH. TV: CBJNHL. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Columbus Blue Jackets vs Montreal Canadiens.

NHLSaturday, December 12, 2026

Montreal Canadiens11-3-4

1:00 PM ETDec 12, 2026

Columbus Blue Jackets7-8-0

DateDec 12, 2026

Time1:00 PM ET

VenueNationwide Arena, Columbus, OH

TVCBJNHL

Team comparison

Montreal CanadiensColumbus Blue Jackets

Goals per game

3.6

2.7

Goals allowed per game

3.1

11-3-4Record7-8-0

2nd in Atlantic DivisionStanding7th in Metropolitan Division

6-2Road record / home record6-3

WWLWWLast 5LWWLL

W2StreakL1

Team stats

Montreal CanadiensColumbus Blue Jackets

Goals Against Average

3.12

3.13

Shots Against per Game

28.3

28.1

Penalty Kill Percentage

78.3

75.6

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.47

2.53

Shots per Game

27.6

25.8

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

15.4

17.5

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

200

126

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Montreal Canadiens

Ivan Demidov RW · Ankle - Fracture

Injured Reserve

Mike Matheson D · Lower Body

Out

Sam Montembeault G · Lower Body

Injured Reserve

Bryce Pickford D · Undisclosed

Injured Reserve

Lucas Condotta LW · Undisclosed

Injured Reserve

Columbus Blue Jackets

No injuries listed.

Recent form

Montreal CanadiensWWLWW

Nov 7, 2026 · at Toronto Maple LeafsW 4-2

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Utah MammothW 5-4

Nov 3, 2026 · vs Winnipeg JetsL 4-5

Oct 31, 2026 · vs Pittsburgh PenguinsW 5-4

Oct 29, 2026 · at Dallas StarsW 5-2

Columbus Blue JacketsLWWLL

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

Oct 29, 2026 · at Carolina HurricanesL 2-3

Season series

Series starts 12/12

Dec 29, 2026CBJ 0, MTL 0

Dec 22, 2026MTL 0, CBJ 0

Dec 12, 2026MTL 0, CBJ 0

Team pages

Montreal Canadiens
Schedule, roster and stats

Columbus Blue Jackets
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets?

The game is on Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET at Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH.

How can I watch Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets?

TV: CBJNHL.

What are the records of the Montreal Canadiens and Columbus Blue Jackets?

Montreal Canadiens: 11-3-4. Columbus Blue Jackets: 7-8-0.

Who is injured for Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets?

Listed out or doubtful: Montreal Canadiens: Ivan Demidov, Mike Matheson, Sam Montembeault, Bryce Pickford. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Montreal Canadiens vs Columbus Blue Jackets played?

Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH.

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