The Detroit Red Wings travel south to face their divisional rivals, the Columbus Blue Jackets, at Nationwide Arena this Thursday, December 4, 2025. Both teams are fighting to climb the Metropolitan and Atlantic standings, making this a crucial mid-season matchup.
Whether you are looking to catch the game on traditional cable or stream it online, here is everything you need to know about the puck drop, TV channels in the USA and Canada, and what to expect on the ice.
Game Details & Broadcast Info
Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025 Time: 7:30 p.m. ET Location: Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH
What Channel is the Red Wings vs. Blue Jackets Game On?
In the USA: For local fans, the game will be broadcast regionally.
- Detroit Market: FanDuel Sports Network Detroit (formerly Bally Sports Detroit).
- Columbus Market: FanDuel Sports Network Ohio.
- National Streaming: If you live outside of these local markets, you can stream the game live on ESPN+.
In Canada: Canadian viewers can catch the action via streaming on Sportsnet+ Premium. While it is not scheduled as a national cable broadcast on the main Sportsnet channels, the streaming service ensures you won’t miss a shift.
Team Insights: 2025-26 Season
Detroit Red Wings (14-11-2)
The Red Wings enter this contest with some serious momentum after a thrilling 5-4 victory over the Boston Bruins on Tuesday. Captain Dylan Larkin continues to carry the offense, leading the team with 14 goals and 30 points. Lucas Raymond has been the playmaker of the year for Detroit with 20 assists, while Alex DeBrincat remains a constant threat on the power play.
Key Injuries: The Wings are still without Patrick Kane (upper body), and forward Mason Appleton is listed as day-to-day. Defenseman Simon Edvinsson is also questionable due to illness.
Columbus Blue Jackets (12-9-5)
The Blue Jackets are proving to be a gritty team this year, currently sitting at 12-9-5. They are coming off a solid 5-3 win against the New Jersey Devils on Monday. Defenseman Zach Werenski is having a Norris-caliber season, leading the team in points (24) and assists (15). Up front, Dmitri Voronkov and Adam Fantilli share the team lead in goals with 9 each.
Key Injuries: Columbus is banged up. Captain Boone Jenner (IR, upper body) and Mathieu Olivier (IR) are out. Leading scorer Kirill Marchenko is day-to-day with an upper-body injury, which could be a huge blow to their offensive depth if he can’t suit up.
Game Prediction
This game features two teams with similar offensive outputs but different defensive struggles. Detroit has the edge in star power with Larkin and DeBrincat, but Columbus has been surprisingly resilient at home. With the Blue Jackets missing key grit in Jenner and Olivier, Detroit’s speed might overwhelm them in the neutral zone.
Prediction: Detroit Red Wings win 4-3.
My Betting Analysis for Thursday Night
Line: Columbus -115 | O/U: 5.5
Looking at the line set at Columbus -115, I feel a bit skeptical about backing the Blue Jackets as favorites given their current injury list. Missing Jenner and potentially Marchenko removes a lot of their heart and finishing ability. While Nationwide Arena is a tough place to play, Detroit’s high-octane 5-4 win against Boston showed me they can score in bunches when they need to.
Personally, I love the Over 5.5 goals here. Both teams have goaltending situations that can be volatile, and with Werenski driving play for Columbus and Larkin hot for Detroit, I expect the lamp to light up often. I’d lean toward taking Detroit at even money or better if the line moves, but the Over feels like the safest play for my wallet tonight.
Finding the Game & NHL Updates
If you are scrambling to find the Detroit Red Wings game on TV today, always check your local listings for FanDuel Sports Network. For those tracking the broader league, the Columbus Blue Jackets TV schedule is heavy on regional broadcasts this month, so ESPN+ is your best friend.
Keep an eye on the NHL Point Leaders for the 2025-26 season; Dylan Larkin is quietly creeping into the top 15 conversation. Also, if you think you know who will score tonight, check out our online hockey pool where you can compete for cash prizes directly on my website.
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