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Blue Jackets at Islanders: Columbus Pursues Fifth Straight Win
The Columbus Blue Jackets are in Elmont, New York, to face the New York Islanders Sunday. Columbus seeks to extend their current four-game winning streak.
The Islanders host the Blue Jackets at 7 p.m. EDT, with both teams in the Metropolitan Division. The Islanders are 39-26-5 overall, with a 13-6-2 record against the Metropolitan Division. According to Islanders player Casey Cizikas, Ilya Sorokin's preparation has made him a reliable player since 2020. Coach Patrick Roy was hesitant to reveal his plans for Sunday's game, implying that Sorokin might start at home. This game is crucial, as the Islanders are competing with the Blue Jackets for a playoff spot. A win is especially important against a fellow Metropolitan Division team.
Key Facts
- The Blue Jackets are currently on a four-game-win-streak.
- The New York Islanders' overall record is 39-26-5.
- The Islanders are 13-6-2 against the Metropolitan Division.
- The Blue Jackets versus Islanders game is at 7 p.m. EDT.
- BETMGM Sportsbook lists the Blue Jackets at -115 and the Islanders at -104.
- The over/under is 6.5.
- Ilya Sorokin played in net for the Islanders Saturday.
- The Islanders have a 14-5-2 record in games where they score at least one power-play goal.
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Research Sources
- New York Post — Patrick Roy playing coy with Islanders' goalie decision heading into key game vs. Blue Jackets
- The News-Gazette — Blue Jackets play the Islanders on 4-game win streak