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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Columbus Blue Jackets vs NY Islanders predictions for NHL Sunday.
The NY Islanders will face the Columbus Blue Jackets, in what is expected to be a tight NHL game, at UBS Arena on Sunday, commencing at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Blue Jackets a slight edge with a 53% win probability over the Islanders.
This article offers further insights into Sunday's Blue Jackets vs. Islanders matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Blue Jackets vs. Isles prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NHL game between the Blue Jackets and Islanders 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Blue Jackets a 53% chance of beating the Islanders.
According to our model, the Islanders (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Blue Jackets vs. Islanders odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blue Jackets | Islanders |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+195) | +1.5 (-220) |
| Moneyline | -122 | +105 |
| Total | o6 (-120) | u6 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Blue Jackets vs. Islanders picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Islanders +1.5 | -220 |
| Moneyline | Islanders | +105 |
| Total | Under 6 | +100 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6 total goals.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Blue Jackets vs. Islanders player props
Who will score a goal in Blue Jackets vs. Islanders?
According to our model, Bo Horvat is most likely to score an anytime goal in Blue Jackets vs. Islanders.
Our projections give Horvat a 34.0% chance of scoring a goal at UBS Arena, while the star is a 6.5% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Marchenko | 31.6% |
| Adam Fantilli | 31.5% |
| Mason Marchment | 27.3% |
| Charlie Coyle | 21.7% |
| Mathieu Olivier | 20.4% |
NY Islanders
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bo Horvat | 34.0% |
| Mathew Barzal | 27.9% |
| Anders Lee | 27.2% |
| Simon Holmstrom | 24.0% |
| Jean-Gabriel Pageau | 23.2% |
First goal scorer predictions
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Marchenko | 6.5% |
| Adam Fantilli | 6.5% |
| Mason Marchment | 5.5% |
| Charlie Coyle | 4.1% |
| Mathieu Olivier | 3.8% |
NY Islanders
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bo Horvat | 6.5% |
| Anders Lee | 5.5% |
| Mathew Barzal | 5.2% |
| Jean-Gabriel Pageau | 4.2% |
| Simon Holmstrom | 4.1% |
Blue Jackets vs. Isles game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's action between the Islanders and Blue Jackets at UBS Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. NY Islanders
- Date: Sunday, March 22, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: UBS Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Blue Jackets, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat the Islanders on Sunday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Blue Jackets vs. Islanders insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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