The Columbus Blue Jackets kicked off the first night of a back-to-back by visiting the island and taking on the New York Islanders. The Islanders are a supremely disappointing team this season - predicted to finish in playoff position, the team has just 50 points through 53 games and is below the Jackets in the standings.
The Blue Jackets welcomed Joonas Korpisalo back to the crease, giving him his first start since returning from injury. In addition, the Jackets welcomed Eric Robinson back from his knee injury and he went into the lineup in place of Brendan Gaunce.