New York Islanders vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction, Picks & Odds | 28 Dec 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Islanders vs Blue Jackets

The New York Islanders meet the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena, with face-off scheduled for 17:00 on Sunday, December 28.

We’re going for Over 5.5 goals when the Islanders meet the Blue Jackets. Our prediction is available at -132 and we’re expecting some power scoring.

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New York Islanders have lost three straight road games. Their most recent appearance was a 2-0 home win over New York Rangers at UBS Arena. Simon Holmstroem and Anders Lee scored one goal each. David Rittich got a shutout making 27 saves.

Columbus Blue Jackets won their last game 3-1. This was a road victory at Crypto.com Arena against Los Angeles Kings. Mason Marchment managed two goals and Kirill Marchenko had the other. Goalie Jet Greaves played a starring role, stopping 23 shots (.958).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The scoreline was 3-2 in favor of the Islanders when they last played the Blue Jackets, with the encounter taking place at UBS Arena. The Islanders have triumphed in six of the previous 10 clashes between these teams.

Starting Goalies

David Rittich (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	8-3-2	2.4	.913	1
23/24	13-6-1	2.15	.921	3

Jet Greaves (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	9-9-5	2.7	.906	0
23/24	3-6-0	3.49	.908	0

6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.3 goals from 24.9 shots on goal, with a 18.8% powerplay efficiency. The Islanders have given up 2.2 goals from 30.8 shots, averaging 2.9 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 82.8%.

Anders Lee is the top points scorer with 10 points, 4 goals and 6 assists, with Simon Holmstroem racking up 8 points, 4 goals and 4 assists, over the past 10 games. Goalie Ilya Sorokin have a 2.37 goal against average with a .922 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Blue Jackets have 3 wins, 6 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.9 goals from 29.5 shots on goal, with a 29.0% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 4.0 goals from 30.5 shots, averaging 3.5 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 74.3%.

The top points scorer is Zach Werenski with 14 points, 5 goals and 9 assists, while Kent Johnson is next in line after having 7 points, 1 goal and 6 assists. Goalie Jet Greaves have a 2.40 GAA with a .918 SV%.

New York Islanders vs Columbus Blue Jackets Prediction & Picks

Get the edge with our New York Islanders vs Columbus Blue Jackets betting tips: a trusted match prediction, likely correct score outcome, key player prop picks and an expert-crafted bet builder.

Game Prediction

The best play could be to take the -132 on offer that the Overs line is covered in this NHL clash. We think this pick represents great value.

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Key Islanders vs Blue Jackets stats:

• The 5.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Blue Jackets games at home.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Blue Jackets games at home.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in the last 2 Blue Jackets games at home.

Over 5.5 Probability

The top betting apps are estimating that there is a 56.8% likelihood of this pick winning. However, our analysts research has found that the actual probability is between 60-65%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Adam Fantilli Over 2.5 Shots -130

Adam Fantilli (Blue Jackets) has fired Over 2.5 shots on goal in 5 straight games at home. We’re anticipating that he is able to perform well and cover the line, with odds of -130 currently available.

Latest Adam Fantilli Player Prop Odds

Goals

Anytime

+200

First

+1300

Assists

Over 0.5

+160

Under 0.5

-222

Shots on Goal

Over 2.5

-130

Under 2.5

-105

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Correct Score Prediction

Islanders 4 - 3 Blue Jackets

There’s the option to wager on the Islanders to win by a 4-3 scoreline. Odds of +1100 are on offer and this is a correct score bet that should provide plenty of entertainment.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Islanders

Blue Jackets

1-0

Islanders

+5000

Blue Jackets

+5000

2-0

Islanders

+4500

Blue Jackets

+4000

2-1

Islanders

+1400

Blue Jackets

+1300

3-0

Islanders

+3400

Blue Jackets

+2800

3-1

Islanders

+1900

Blue Jackets

+1700

3-2

Islanders

+900

Blue Jackets

+800

4-0

Islanders

+4500

Blue Jackets

+3400

4-1

Islanders

+1800

Blue Jackets

+1400

4-2

Islanders

+1700

Blue Jackets

+1400

4-3

Islanders

+1100

Blue Jackets

+1000

5-0

Islanders

+9000

Blue Jackets

+6000

5-1

Islanders

+3000

Blue Jackets

+2200

5-2

Islanders

+2000

Blue Jackets

+1500

5-3

Islanders

+2800

Blue Jackets

+2200

5-4

Islanders

+2200

Blue Jackets

+2000

6-0

Islanders

+13000

Blue Jackets

+9000

6-1

Islanders

+7500

Blue Jackets

+5000

6-2

Islanders

+4000

Blue Jackets

+2800

6-3

Islanders

+3500

Blue Jackets

+2800

6-4

Islanders

+5500

Blue Jackets

+5000

6-5

Islanders

+5500

Blue Jackets

+5000

7-0

Islanders

+5500

Blue Jackets

+13000

7-1

Islanders

+12500

Blue Jackets

+8000

7-2

Islanders

+11000

Blue Jackets

+7000

7-3

Islanders

+7500

Blue Jackets

+5500

7-4

Islanders

+8000

Blue Jackets

+6600

7-5

Islanders

+12000

Blue Jackets

+11000

7-6

Islanders

+13000

Blue Jackets

+12500

8-1

Islanders

+13000

Blue Jackets

+14000

8-2

Islanders

+13000

Blue Jackets

+12000

8-3

Islanders

+13000

Blue Jackets

+12500

8-4

Islanders

+14000

Blue Jackets

+11000

8-5

Islanders

+14000

Blue Jackets

+14000

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New York Islanders vs Columbus Blue Jackets Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Sportsbooks’ favorites Columbus Blue Jackets are regarded as likeliest victors for this game and the -149 about them triumphing means a 60% chance based on their current Moneyline betting odds. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, New York Islanders are trading at +125.

The puck line is 1.5, with the total goals line at 5.5. A Totals wager is always available and can often provide value selections. If you fancy Over 5.5, this outcome can be backed at -139.

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Moneyline

Islanders

+125

Blue Jackets

-149

3-Way Moneyline

Islanders

+185

Tie

+320

Blue Jackets

+116

Puck Line

Islanders +1.5

-204

Blue Jackets -1.5

+164

Total Goals

Under 5.5

+112

Over 5.5

-139

Favorite Kirill Marchenko is priced at +1100 to be the first player to light the lamp. There’s also the opportunity to back him to score at anytime at odds of +185.

Player Goals

Kirill Marchenko (Blue Jackets)

First

+185

Anytime

+1100

Bo Horvat (Islanders)

First

+185

Anytime

+1100

Adam Fantilli (Blue Jackets)

First

+200

Anytime

+1300

Mathew Barzal (Islanders)

First

+220

Anytime

+1300

Mason Marchment (Blue Jackets)

First

+230

Anytime

+1400

Dmitri Voronkov (Blue Jackets)

First

+250

Anytime

+1500

Sean Monahan (Blue Jackets)

First

+250

Anytime

+1600

Anders Lee (Islanders)

First

+300

Anytime

+1600

Boone Jenner (Blue Jackets)

First

+300

Anytime

+1800

Emil Heineman (Islanders)

First

+360

Anytime

+2000

Charlie Coyle (Blue Jackets)

First

+400

Anytime

+2200

Kent Johnson (Blue Jackets)

First

+400

Anytime

+2200

Matthew Schaefer (Islanders)

First

+425

Anytime

+3000

Jean-Gabriel Pageau (Islanders)

First

+425

Anytime

+2200

Jonathan Drouin (Islanders)

First

+425

Anytime

+2200

Calum Ritchie (Islanders)

First

+425

Anytime

+2500

Maxim Shabanov (Islanders)

First

+450

Anytime

+2500

Simon Holmstrom (Islanders)

First

+475

Anytime

+2800

Cole Sillinger (Blue Jackets)

First

+525

Anytime

+2500

Denton Mateychuk (Blue Jackets)

First

+600

Anytime

+3500

Miles Wood (Blue Jackets)

First

+675

Anytime

+3500

Ivan Provorov (Blue Jackets)

First

+675

Anytime

+3500

Mathieu Olivier (Blue Jackets)

First

+700

Anytime

+3300

Damon Severson (Blue Jackets)

First

+700

Anytime

+3500

Brendan Gaunce (Blue Jackets)

First

+900

Anytime

+4000

Casey Cizikas (Islanders)

First

+900

Anytime

+4000

Tony DeAngelo (Islanders)

First

+950

Anytime

+4500

Marc Gatcomb (Islanders)

First

+950

Anytime

+5500

Ryan Pulock (Islanders)

First

+1200

Anytime

+5500

Kyle MacLean (Islanders)

First

+1250

Anytime

+6600

Player Assists

Kirill Marchenko (Blue Jackets)

Over 0.5

+120

Under 0.5

-161

Mathew Barzal (Islanders)

Over 0.5

+140

Under 0.5

-185

Matthew Schaefer (Islanders)

Over 0.5

+150

Under 0.5

-200

Adam Fantilli (Blue Jackets)

Over 0.5

+160

Under 0.5

-222

Sean Monahan (Blue Jackets)

Over 0.5

+170

Under 0.5

-233

Bo Horvat (Islanders)

Over 0.5

+175

Under 0.5

-233

Charlie Coyle (Blue Jackets)

Over 0.5

+195

Under 0.5

-278

Jonathan Drouin (Islanders)

Over 0.5

+195

Under 0.5

-278

Boone Jenner (Blue Jackets)

Over 0.5

+200

Under 0.5

-278

Dmitri Voronkov (Blue Jackets)

Over 0.5

+220

Under 0.5

-303

Mason Marchment (Blue Jackets)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-323

Anders Lee (Islanders)

Over 0.5

+240

Under 0.5

-323

Tony DeAngelo (Islanders)

Over 0.5

+260

Under 0.5

-370

Ryan Pulock (Islanders)

Over 0.5

+290

Under 0.5

-455

Simon Holmstrom (Islanders)

Over 0.5

+310

Under 0.5

-455

Emil Heineman (Islanders)

Over 0.5

+320

Under 0.5

-500

Player Shots

Kirill Marchenko (Blue Jackets)

Over 2.5

-118

Under 2.5

-115

Bo Horvat (Islanders)

Over 2.5

-185

Under 2.5

+135

Adam Fantilli (Blue Jackets)

Over 2.5

-130

Under 2.5

-105

Mathew Barzal (Islanders)

Over 2.5

+135

Under 2.5

-189

Anders Lee (Islanders)

Over 2.5

+115

Under 2.5

-154

Boone Jenner (Blue Jackets)

Over 2.5

+125

Under 2.5

-175

Matthew Schaefer (Islanders)

Over 2.5

-118

Under 2.5

-115

Mason Marchment (Blue Jackets)

Over 1.5

-185

Under 1.5

+135

Dmitri Voronkov (Blue Jackets)

Over 1.5

-135

Under 1.5

-100

Sean Monahan (Blue Jackets)

Over 1.5

-100

Under 1.5

-135

Emil Heineman (Islanders)

Over 1.5

-200

Under 1.5

+145

Ivan Provorov (Blue Jackets)

Over 1.5

-105

Under 1.5

-130

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

New York Islanders Stats

Columbus Blue Jackets Stats

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 1 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have not covered the -1.5 puck line in any of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 4.80 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 4.90 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 1 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.50 goals and allowed 2.30 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.60 pts and allowed 2.30 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.00 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.80 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.00 goals and allowed 4.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.10 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 24.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 5.8
• Blocks: 14.2
• Faceoff Wins : 29.4
• Hits: 21
• Giveaways: 15.1
• Takeaways: 5.2

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 23.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 11
• Blocks: 12.8
• Faceoff Wins : 27.7
• Hits: 16.6
• Giveaways: 13.9
• Takeaways: 3.9

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.9
• Shots: 29.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 7.2
• Blocks: 17.1
• Faceoff Wins : 31.7
• Hits: 17.6
• Giveaways: 15.5
• Takeaways: 5.3

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 28.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 2.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 5.5
• Blocks: 17.2
• Faceoff Wins : 31.2
• Hits: 19.8
• Giveaways: 16.1
• Takeaways: 5.2

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Starting Lineups

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