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Islanders vs. Blue Jackets prediction: Why Columbus is favored to win Sunday's NHL matchup [12/28/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get NY Islanders vs Columbus Blue Jackets predictions for NHL Sunday.
The Columbus Blue Jackets and NY Islanders will meet in the NHL at Nationwide Arena on Sunday, with puck drop at 5:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Blue Jackets a slight edge with a 53% win probability over the Islanders.
This article offers a closer look at Sunday's Islanders vs. Blue Jackets matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Isles vs. Blue Jackets prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NHL matchup between the Islanders and Blue Jackets 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Blue Jackets a 53% chance of defeating 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 an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Islanders vs. Blue Jackets odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Islanders | Blue Jackets |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-200) | -1.5 (+180) |
| Moneyline | +120 | -142 |
| Total | o6 (-110) | u6 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Islanders vs. Blue Jackets picks and best bet
After matching our predictions 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 | -200 |
| Moneyline | Islanders | +120 |
| Total | Under 6 | -110 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Islanders to win.
Islanders vs. Blue Jackets player props
Who will score a goal in Islanders vs. Blue Jackets?
According to our model, Bo Horvat is most likely to score an anytime goal in Islanders vs. Blue Jackets.
Our projections give Horvat a 34.9% chance of scoring a goal at Nationwide Arena, while the star is a 7.4% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
NY Islanders
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bo Horvat | 34.9% |
| Mathew Barzal | 27.7% |
| Anders Lee | 26.8% |
| Simon Holmstrom | 22.7% |
| Emil Heineman | 19.8% |
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 34.7% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 28.8% |
| Mason Marchment | 28.5% |
| Dmitri Voronkov | 26.3% |
| Boone Jenner | 21.4% |
First goal scorer predictions
NY Islanders
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Bo Horvat | 7.4% |
| Anders Lee | 5.4% |
| Mathew Barzal | 5.4% |
| Simon Holmstrom | 4.0% |
| Emil Heineman | 3.8% |
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 5.9% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 5.2% |
| Mason Marchment | 4.9% |
| Dmitri Voronkov | 4.8% |
| Boone Jenner | 4.0% |
Isles vs. Blue Jackets game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's action between the Blue Jackets and Islanders at Nationwide Arena is scheduled to start at 5:00 PM ET.
- Who: NY Islanders vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
- Date: Sunday, December 28, 2025
- Time: 5:00 PM ET/2:00PM PT
- Venue: Nationwide 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 Islanders vs. Blue Jackets 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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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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