Columbus Blue Jackets vs New York Islanders Betting Picks & Predictions
The Columbus Blue Jackets and New York Islanders are set to face off in a game where both teams are heading in opposite directions. The Blue Jackets hold the top wild card
Game outlook
The Columbus Blue Jackets and New York Islanders are set to face off in a game where both teams are heading in opposite directions. The Blue Jackets hold the top wild card spot in the Eastern Conference with a 22-17-7 record and seven wins in their last ten games, while the Islanders have the worst record in the Metropolitan Division at 18-20-7 with only five wins in their last ten games. New York is the betting favorite with the current line at -165. To see who will come out on top in this matchup, check out our Blue Jackets vs Islanders prediction and take advantage of betting opportunities and sports betting promos.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Blue Jackets +140 | Islanders -165
Spread: Blue Jackets +1.5 (-185) | Islanders -1.5 (+155)
Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 62%.
Columbus Blue Jackets
The Columbus Blue Jackets have had an impressive offensive performance this season, scoring an average of 3.30 goals per game in their last seven games. Key players like Kirill Marchenko, Dmitri Voronkov, Kent Johnston, Cole Sillinger, and Adam Fantilli have been instrumental in the team's success. However, the defense has struggled, allowing an average of 3.35 goals per game. Goaltender Elvis Merzlikins has also faced challenges with a .890 save percentage and a 3.05 goals-against average. Despite these difficulties, the team has a power ranking of 7 and is ranked 4th in offense and 28th in defense. For more insights and predictions on the team's performance, be sure to check out our NHL Predictions.