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Blue Jackets vs. Islanders prediction: Columbus favored to win Sunday's NHL matchup [3/22/2026]
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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 take on the Columbus Blue Jackets, in what is expected to be a tight NHL game, at UBS Arena on Sunday, beginning at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, 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 powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result 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 gives the Blue Jackets a 53% chance of defeating the Islanders.
According to our model, the Islanders (+1.5) have a 69% 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 (-235) |
| Moneyline | -120 | +102 |
| 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 current 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 | -235 |
| Moneyline | Blue Jackets | -120 |
| Total | Under 6 | +100 |
According to our NHL best 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 32.8% chance of scoring a goal at UBS Arena, while the star is a 6.2% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Marchenko | 31.5% |
| Adam Fantilli | 30.4% |
| Mason Marchment | 27.6% |
| Charlie Coyle | 20.8% |
| Mathieu Olivier | 20.4% |
NY Islanders
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bo Horvat | 32.8% |
| Mathew Barzal | 27.8% |
| Anders Lee | 26.1% |
| Simon Holmstrom | 23.2% |
| Jean-Gabriel Pageau | 22.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 6.6% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 5.6% |
| Mason Marchment | 5.2% |
| Charlie Coyle | 3.9% |
| Mathieu Olivier | 3.5% |
NY Islanders
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bo Horvat | 6.2% |
| Anders Lee | 5.1% |
| Mathew Barzal | 5.0% |
| Simon Holmstrom | 4.5% |
| Jean-Gabriel Pageau | 4.2% |
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 begin 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 drawn 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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