Vegas Golden Knights 1–2 Columbus Blue Jackets: match recap

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Vegas Golden Knights and Columbus Blue Jackets finished 1–2 (NHL) on October 24, 2026. Below: the form, standings and head-to-head record both teams took into the game.

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Match recap

Columbus Blue Jackets edged past the Vegas Golden Knights 2-1 in a tight contest, with D. Mateychuk scoring the decisive goal.

The Blue Jackets struck first in a low-event game, with D. Mateychuk burying a chance early in the second period. Vegas tied it late through T. Hertl, but Columbus answered quickly to regain the lead, with Mateychuk's goal standing as the winner. The Jackets managed just one goal in the final frame but clamped down defensively to seal the win.

Key factors

  • Columbus capitalized on limited opportunities, outscoring Vegas 2-1 despite even shot totals.
  • D. Mateychuk provided the game-winning goal, contributing to the Jackets' offensive advantage.
  • Vegas struggled to generate consistent offense, with only one goal on the night.

The Analyst's take

Columbus showed resilience after blowing the lead, quickly regaining control to take the win. Vegas, despite a strong push, couldn't sustain pressure and will need to address their scoring depth moving forward. The statistical read points to a competitive matchup, with the home side better placed on the numbers.

Matchup comparison

Recent form: Vegas Golden Knights, 3-2 in the last 5 games against 1-4 for Columbus Blue Jackets.

Matchup to watch: Vegas Golden Knights’ attack (index 122) against Columbus Blue Jackets’ defence (index 116).

Matchup to watch: Columbus Blue Jackets’ attack (index 80) against Vegas Golden Knights’ defence (index 96).

Recent form: last 5

Vegas Golden Knights: 3 wins and 2 losses in the last 5, with 21 goals scored and 18 conceded.

Vegas Golden Knights
Oct 23, 2026at St. Louis BluesL2–6
Oct 21, 2026vs Tampa Bay LightningL2–6
Oct 18, 2026vs Pittsburgh PenguinsW6–2
Oct 16, 2026vs Calgary FlamesW6–2
Oct 14, 2026at Nashville PredatorsW5–2

Columbus Blue Jackets: 1 win and 4 losses in the last 5, with 10 goals scored and 20 conceded.

Columbus Blue Jackets
Oct 20, 2026vs Toronto Maple LeafsL2–6
Oct 18, 2026at Minnesota WildL1–2
Oct 17, 2026vs New York RangersW1–0
Oct 13, 2026vs Florida PanthersL3–7
Oct 10, 2026at St. Louis BluesL3–5

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Head-to-head

In the last 2 meetings on record, Vegas Golden Knights won 2, Columbus Blue Jackets won 0.

Jan 9, 2026 · last seasonVegas Golden Knights5–3Columbus Blue Jackets
Dec 14, 2025 · last seasonColumbus Blue Jackets2–3Vegas Golden Knights

Season so far

Vegas Golden Knights are 5th of 32 on win rate after 12 games (8-4).

Columbus Blue Jackets are 25th of 32 on win rate after 8 games (3-5).

#TeamPWLGoals
5Vegas Golden Knights128446:36
25Columbus Blue Jackets83520:29

Team season model

  • Vegas Golden Knights attack index 122: 22% more scoring per game than the league average.
  • Vegas Golden Knights defence index 96: 4% less conceded per game than the league average.
  • Columbus Blue Jackets attack index 80: 20% less scoring per game than the league average.
  • Columbus Blue Jackets defence index 116: 16% more conceded per game than the league average.

Index 100 is the league average per game. Above 100 in attack means more scoring; below 100 in defence means fewer conceded.

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