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Fantilli, Marchenko lead Blue Jackets to pivotal win against Islanders

Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Kirill Marchenko, second left, is congratulated by teammates after scoring a goal during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the New Jersey Devils, Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in Newark, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

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NEW YORK (AP) — Adam Fantilli scored in regulation and then got the only goal in the shootout, leading the Columbus Blue Jackets to a 4-3 win against the New York Islanders on Friday night to end a six-game skid.

Boone Jenner and Kirill Marchenko also scored in regulation for the Blue Jackets, and Elvis Merzlikins made 30 saves.