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The Columbus Blue Jackets sit last in the Metropolitan Division of the Eastern Conference but managed a win in their last outing against the Philadelphia Flyers (5-2). They will now face an in-form New York Islanders team, who faced defeat in their previous outing against the Arizona Coyotes (2-0). The Islanders sit third in the same division and will host this encounter at the UBS Arena on Saturday (November 12). New York look ready to bounce back from their previous defeat and return to winning ways.
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Columbus Blue Jackets vs. New York Islanders: Betting Odds
The Columbus Blue Jackets struggled last season as well when they finished sixth in the division with an overall record of 37-38, along with 7 overtime losses. The new season has begun even worse as they find themselves last in the division with four wins and nine losses.
Their wins have come against the likes of the Vancouver Canucks (4-3), the Nashville Predators (5-3), the Philadelphia Flyers (5-2), and the New York Rangers (5-1). Columbus have managed to score a total of 35 goals in 13 games, but ended up conceding a whopping 57 goals.
The New York Islanders finished fifth last season with an overall record of 37-35. They started much better this time, with nine wins and six losses, and are placed third in the division. The Islanders have scored 49 goals so far and have conceded only 38. New York have a big advantage as they play at home.
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. New York Islanders: Match Details
Fixture: Columbus Blue Jackets @ New York Islanders
Date & Time: Saturday, November 12, 08:30 p.m EDT
Venue: UBS Arena, New York City, New York
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. New York Islanders: Pick
Brock Nelson is an integral part of this New York team. His statistics have been impressive so far. The left-winger has managed to score 6 goals and has provided 9 assists in 15 games this season. He has scored 8 goals and provided 5 assists in 31 games against the upcoming opposition. He has the experience to create an impact tonight.
Best Pick: Brock Nelson Total Shots On Goal Over 2.5 (-145)
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. New York Islanders: Prediction
Columbus have managed to win only three of their last ten games against the Islanders. They have lost all three previous encounters, out of which two games were completely one-sided. Now, they have a tough task at hand to handle an in-form New York team who are hosting this matchup. Expect a straight win for the Islanders.
Final Prediction: Total Over 6 (-105)
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