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Islanders vs. Blue Jackets Prediction: Columbus Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [4/17/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Our expert prediction for Thursday's NY Islanders vs Columbus Blue Jackets matchup.
The Columbus Blue Jackets will square off with the NY Islanders in the 2025 NHL Playoffs at Nationwide Arena on Thursday, beginning at 7:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Blue Jackets as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's NY Islanders-Columbus game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Blue Jackets with a win probability of 59% and the Islanders with 41%."
For further insights into Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Islanders vs. Blue Jackets predictions page.
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Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL Playoffs game between the Islanders and Blue Jackets 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Blue Jackets a 59% chance of beating the Islanders.
According to our model, the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 54% chance of staying under.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +165 | -192 |
| Total | o6.5 (-112) | u6.5 (-102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Islanders vs. Blue Jackets Picks and Best Bets
Our model's biggest edge in today's Islanders vs. Blue Jackets matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
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Who will score an anytime goal in Islanders vs. Blue Jackets?
According to our model, Columbus' Adam Fantilli is most likely to score the first goal in Islanders vs. Blue Jackets.
Our projections give Fantilli a 6.4% chance of scoring the first goal at Nationwide Arena, while the Blue Jackets star is a 34.4% chance of registering an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
NY Islanders
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Palmieri | 6.3% |
| Bo Horvat | 6.1% |
| Anders Lee | 4.8% |
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 6.4% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 5.7% |
| Boone Jenner | 5.0% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
NY Islanders
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Palmieri | 31.8% |
| Bo Horvat | 31.5% |
| Anders Lee | 25.2% |
Columbus Blue Jackets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adam Fantilli | 34.4% |
| Kirill Marchenko | 28.8% |
| Boone Jenner | 28.5% |
Isles vs. Blue Jackets Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's action between the Blue Jackets and Islanders in the Stanley Cup Playoffs is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: NY Islanders vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
- Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Nationwide Arena
The Stanley Cup Playoffs is the National Hockey League's postseason elimination tournament to decide the winner of the Stanley Cup.
Sixteen teams, including the Islanders and Blue Jackets, reached the NHL Playoffs 2025, which consists of four rounds: the First Round, Second Round, Conference Finals and Stanley Cup Finals.
Each round is contested as a best-of-seven series, with the first team to four wins progressing to the next round until a champion is crowned.
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Thursday's Islanders vs. Blue Jackets matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any NY Islanders vs. Columbus picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Blue Jackets, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Islanders on Thursday.
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 drawn from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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