Blue Jackets vs Islanders Picks and Prediction – 3/24/2025

The Columbus Blue Jackets (31-29-9) will face the New York Islanders (32-28-9) at UBS Arena on Monday, March 24, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. EDT. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+. Get in on all the action with our free NHL picks.

The Islanders enter this matchup with a 32-28-9 record, including a 9-7-2 mark within the Metropolitan Division. They have demonstrated a strong correlation between offensive performance and success, boasting a 29-8-5 record in games where they score at least three goals. ​

Defensively, the Islanders have been effective, often engaging in low-scoring contests. They have hit the first-period game total under in 25 of their last 42 home games, yielding a 16% return on investment for bettors favoring the under. ​Bo Horvat is the main man for this squad, putting up 48 points on the season.

The Blue Jackets are currently on a six-game losing streak, holding a 31-29-9 record overall and an 8-10-3 record within the Metropolitan Division. They have struggled offensively, with a -12 scoring differential, having scored 217 goals while allowing 229. ​

Despite their recent struggles, Columbus has shown resilience in specific betting scenarios. They have covered the first-period puck line in 59 of their last 83 games, providing a 19% return on investment for bettors. Additionally, they have hit the third-period game total over in 36 of their last 83 games, yielding a 6% return on investment. ​Columbus' best offense comes from their Defenseman, Zach Werenski, who has 69 points on the season.

In a game with two sides we like to fade as of late, it is hard to find a bet on the moneyline. However, with two inconsistent offenses, it is easy to get to a bet on the Under. We like this one to stay under the total with a score of 2-1 favoring the Islanders. Final Score Prediction, New York Islanders win 2-1.