The New York Islanders (10-7-7, eighth in the Eastern Conference) host the Columbus Blue Jackets (8-14-5, 15th) in conference action on Thursday at 7:30 PM ET.
New York fell in a 5-4 overtime loss at home its last time out on December 5 against the San Jose Sharks.
Columbus lost 4-3 in overtime at home against the Los Angeles Kings in its last game on December 5.