The Columbus Blue Jackets defeated the New York Islanders 6-1 in the final game of the season. The Blue Jackets, who finished fourth in the Metropolitan Division with 89 points, secured the final Eastern Conference wild-card spot by winning six straight games. Zach Werenski and Cole Sillinger each contributed a goal and an assist in the victory.
Despite a late-season slump, the Islanders finished sixth in the Metro with 82 points. The game saw a standout performance from Blue Jackets' goaltender Jet Greaves, who nearly secured his third consecutive shutout. Werenski's impressive season included tying the franchise record for most assists in a single season and becoming the first defenseman to lead Columbus in scoring with 82 points, while the team set a season franchise record for goals scored.