Three wins in four games suggests a mini-revival of sorts for the Blue Jackets, but must note that nine consecutive losses preceded this brief uptick for Columbus. Defense has been laboring for most of the season and the GAAs of both Jackets goalies (Elvis Merzlikins, in the nets tonight, and Spencer Martin) have each risen above 3. Thus, being favored looks a risky position for Columbus, and Montreal's road form hasn't been all that bad, winning three of the last four away, and usually with a decent chance when Sam Montembault (2.81 GAA, .908 saves) is in goal. Play Canadiens on Money Line