The New York Islanders (35-34-12) and Columbus Blue Jackets (39-33-9) are set to face off in their final regular-season matchup at Nationwide Arena. While the Islanders are closing out a disappointing season, the Blue Jackets are looking to end on a high note despite being eliminated from playoff contention.
Game Details
- Matchup: New York Islanders vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
- Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025
- Location: Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- Broadcast: MSGSN, ESPN+
Recent Form & Team Outlook
The Blue Jackets have been on a five-game winning streak, showing resilience despite missing out on the playoffs. Their offense has been clicking, averaging 3.5 goals per game over their last ten contests.
Meanwhile, the Islanders have struggled, going 3-5-2 in their last ten games. Their defense has been shaky, allowing 3.6 goals per game in that span.
Head-to-Head Matchup
- Columbus leads the season series 2-1, with their most recent victory coming in a 4-3 shootout win.
- The Islanders have historically performed well against Columbus, going 10-1-2 in their last 13 meetings.
Key Players to Watch
- New York Islanders:
- Bo Horvat – Leads the team with 57 points (29 assists, 28 goals).
- Anders Lee – Tops the Islanders with 30 goals, providing offensive firepower.
- Ilya Sorokin – Expected to start in net, holding a .907 save percentage this season.
- Columbus Blue Jackets:
- Kent Johnson – Has 23 goals and 33 assists, leading the Jackets’ offense.
- Adam Fantilli – A rising star, contributing eight goals in his last ten games.
- Jet Greaves – Coming off a 29-save shutout against Philadelphia, looking to continue his strong form.
Matchup Breakdown
- Blue Jackets’ Offense vs. Islanders’ Defense:
Columbus has been hot offensively, while the Islanders have struggled to contain opposing attacks. - Islanders’ Road Struggles:
New York has been inconsistent away from home, winning just four of their last ten road games. - Playoff Implications:
Neither team is in playoff contention, but Columbus is aiming to finish strong for their fans.
New York Islanders 5.5
Columbus Blue Jackets – 135
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, April 16, 2025
