Columbus Blue Jackets New York Islanders in Key Division Matchup
The Blue Jackets, with a strong offensive start, aim to maintain momentum against the Islanders, who struggle with scoring despite outshooting opponents.
- The Columbus Blue Jackets have scored a franchise-best 33 goals in their first eight games, averaging 4.13 goals per game.
- Columbus recently defeated the Edmonton Oilers 6-1, with standout performances from Sean Monahan and Mikael Pyyhtia.
- The New York Islanders, despite frequently outshooting opponents, have struggled to convert opportunities into wins, with only one regulation victory in nine games.
- Semyon Varlamov is expected to start in goal for the Islanders, boasting a strong career record against the Blue Jackets.
- Wednesday's game marks the start of divisional play for the Blue Jackets, who historically have a poor record against Metropolitan Division teams.
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