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Pittsburgh Penguins at New York Islanders Game 6 odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Wednesday’s Pittsburgh Penguins at New York Islanders Game 6 odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The Pittsburgh Penguins and New York Islanders play Game 6 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series Wednesday. Puck drop is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Below, we analyze the Penguins-Islanders odds and lines, with NHL picks and predictions.

The Penguins have dropped the past two games to fall into a 3-2 series hole, and now they have to play on the road trying to extend their season. They won on the Island in Game 3, 5-4, so they can do it.

The Islanders scratched out a 3-2 double-overtime victory in Pittsburgh in Game 5 as Pens netminder Tristan Jarry misplayed a puck, and Josh Bailey pounced on it for the winning goal.

Penguins at Islanders: Odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Penguins -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Islanders -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Penguins +1.5 (-300) | Islanders -1.5 (+230)
  • Over/Under: 5.5 (O: +120 | U: -145)

Penguins at Islanders: Projected starting goalies

Tristan Jarry (25-9-3, 2.75 GAA, .909 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Ilya Sorokin (13-6-3, 2.17 GAA, .918 SV%, 3 SO)

Jarry will look to respond favorably after his misplay in 2OT, and he will have to, as the Penguins are on the brink. They have to win the next two games to stay alive and advance.

Sorokin has started three games in this series, and the rookie has won all three outings. He is 3-0-0 with a 1.66 GAA and .951 SV% in his first-ever NHL postseason.

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Penguins at Islanders: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Islanders 3, Penguins 2

Money line (ML)

The ISLANDERS (-110) are the play in Game 6 in their barn as they look to push the Penguins (-110) to the handshake line. Sorokin has emerged as the go-to backstop allowing just three goals across 140:51 in his past two starts.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The Penguins +1.5 (-300) will cost you three times your potential return if you want a little bit of insurance, and that’s just not a good investment or long-term betting strategy to hit high lines like that. You can’t trust the Islanders -1.5 (+230) in this spot, either, as it should be a close one, potentially another game that requires overtime.

AVOID, and just play the money line.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 5.5 (-145) is the play here. The Islanders aren’t likely take a lot of chances and allow the Penguins a chance at odd-man rushes the other way. And the Pens should be a little tight as they play for their playoff lives.

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New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins Game 5 odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Monday’s New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins Game 5 odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The New York Islanders and Pittsburgh Penguins play Game 5 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series Monday. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET at PPG Paints Arena. Below, we analyze the Islanders-Penguins odds and lines, with NHL picks and predictions.

The Islanders picked up a 4-1 victory in Game 4 on home ice behind Ilya Sorokin grabbing the 2-2 series tie. New York has scored exactly four goals in three of the first four outings outscoring Pittsburgh 13-11.

The Penguins had won six of the final seven regular-season meetings, but the playoffs are a different animal. Pittsburgh also allowed 15 total goals in the final seven regular-season meetings, but they have coughed up 13 goals in the four games in this series.

Islanders at Penguins: Odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Islanders +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Penguins -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Islanders +1.5 (-225) | Penguins -1.5 (+185)
  • Over/Under: 5.5 (O: +110 | U: -135)

Islanders at Penguins: Projected starting goalies

Ilya Sorokin (13-6-3, 2.17 GAA, .918 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Tristan Jarry (25-9-3, 2.75 GAA, .909 SV%, 2 SO)

Sorokin allowed just one goal on 30 shots in Game 4 winning for the second time in as many starts in this series. While Semyon Varlamov was amazing in the regular season, head coach Barry Trotz is simply going with the hot hand right now.

Jarry was 5-1-0 with a 2.41 GAA and .917 SV% in six regular-season starts, but he has had his hands full in this series. He is 2-2-0 with a 3.04 GAA and .904 SV% in four starts in the playoffs so far.

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Islanders at Penguins: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Penguins 4, Islanders 3

Money line (ML)

The PENGUINS (-140) are back on home ice, and they’re the play in this pivotal Game 5 as they look to push the Islanders (+115) to the brink. We haven’t seen overtime since Game 1 in this series, surprisingly, but don’t be shocked to see an extra session or two needed here.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The Islanders +1.5 (-225) is a little too expensive on the puck line, but that would be the play as I think this one won’t be determined in regulation.

Still, AVOID, and just stick with the money line.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 5.5 (+110) at plus-money is the way to go. The Islanders are averaging 3.4 goals per game across four outings in this series while the Pens are good for 2.8 goals per game. Look for the third Over of the series in Game 5.

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Pittsburgh Penguins at New York Islanders Game 4 odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Saturday’s New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins Game 4 odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The Pittsburgh Penguins and New York Islanders play Game 4 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series Saturday. Puck drop is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Below, we analyze the Penguins-Islanders odds and lines, with NHL picks and predictions.

The Penguins picked up a 5-4 victory in Game 3, thanks to a wild third period. Pittsburgh benefited from a Brandon Tanev winner with just 3:36 to go in regulation after a seesaw third period.

The Islanders have been on the short end of each of the past two games after winning 4-3 in overtime in Game 1. They secured home-ice advantage after that win but gave it back after Game 3.

Penguins at Islanders: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:15 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Penguins -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Islanders -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Penguins -1.5 (+225) | Islanders +1.5 (-275)
  • Over/Under: 5.5 (O: +115 | U: -135)

Penguins at Islanders: Projected starting goalies

Tristan Jarry (25-9-3, 2.75 GAA, .909 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Semyon Varlamov (19-11-4, 2.04 GAA, .929 SV%, 7 SO)

Jarry stopped 26 of 30 shots in Thursday’s 5-4 win, and he has allowed nine goals on 109 shots for a .917 SV% so far in the series.

Varlamov has coughed up seven goals on 72 shots in a pair of losses since Ilya Sorokin picked up the OT win in Game 1. Barry Trotz will likely have Varlamov on a short leash in this one, with rookie waiting in the wings at the first sign of trouble.

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Penguins at Islanders: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Islanders 4, Penguins 3

Money line (ML)

The ISLANDERS (-110) are worth playing lightly, as they look to get back on track after a disappointing Game 3 setback. All three games in this series have been nail-biters, and Game 4 shouldn’t be any different.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The Islanders +1.5 (-275) is super expensive, as New York will cost you nearly three times your potential return.

It seems like a slam-dunk play, as all three games in the series have been decided by one goal. But it’s just too expensive, and not a good betting strategy over the long term.

AVOID, and just play the money line.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 5.5 (+115) is the way to go, and a nice value at plus-money. The Over has cashed in six of the past seven meetings in Uniondale. We saw nine total goals in Game 3, and the Over is 2-1 in the series so far.

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Pittsburgh Penguins at New York Islanders Game 3 odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Thursday’s New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins Game 3 odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The Pittsburgh Penguins and New York Islanders play Game 3 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series Thursday. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Below, we analyze the Penguins-Islanders odds and lines, with NHL picks and predictions.

The Penguins scratched out two first-period goals in Game 2, and they hung on for the 2-1 victory to level the series after falling in overtime in the series opener.

The Islanders surprised the Pens in Game 1 in overtime, and it was just one of two victories across the past seven games dating back to May 1 in the regular season.

Penguins at Islanders: Odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Penguins -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Islanders -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Penguins -1.5 (+230) | Islanders +1.5 (-300)
  • Over/Under: 5 (O: -135 | U: +110)

Penguins at Islanders: Projected starting goalies

Tristan Jarry (25-9-3, 2.75 GAA, .909 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Semyon Varlamov (19-11-4, 2.04 GAA, .929 SV%, 7 SO)

Jarry turned aside 37 of the 38 shots he faced in Game 2, helping the Penguins square the series 1-1 before shifting to the Island for the next two games.

Varlamov missed Game 1 due to a lower-body injury, but he was back in Game 2. While he lost, he was impressive, making 43 saves on 45 shots in the 2-1 setback.

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Penguins at Islanders: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Islanders 3, Penguins 2

Money line (ML)

The ISLANDERS (-110) are the pick in Game 3 in this coin-flip game. The books are expecting this one to be super close, and another overtime game wouldn’t be shocking here.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The Islanders +1.5 (-300) will cost you three times your potential return if you are not confident in a straight-up win and want a little insurance. It’s just not worth it.

AVOID, and just play the money line.

Over/Under (O/U)

TOTAL 5 (O: -135, U: +110) is not a recommended play, as I expect this total to come in right on the number. However, UNDER 5.5 (-160) will cost you a little extra on the alternate line, but that’s a better play.

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New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins Game 2 odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Tuesday’s New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins Game 2 odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The New York Islanders and Pittsburgh Penguins play Game 2 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series Tuesday. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET at PPG Paints Arena. Below, we analyze the Islanders-Penguins odds and lines, with NHL picks and predictions.

The Islanders snatched home-ice advantage from the top-seed Penguins with a 4-3 victory in overtime Sunday as deadline acquisition Kyle Palmieri played the hero with the game-winning goal.

The Penguins led 2-1 early in the second period, but Ilya Sorokin shut them down the rest of the way. Only Kasperi Kapanen was able to solve him in the final 52:43. Sorokin was making the start with Semyon Varlamov nursing a lower-body injury.

Islanders at Penguins: Odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Islanders +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Penguins -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Islanders +1.5 (-250) | Penguins -1.5 (+195)
  • Over/Under: 5 (O: -140 | U: +115)

Islanders at Penguins: Projected starting goalies

Ilya Sorokin (13-6-3, 2.17 GAA, .918 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Tristan Jarry (25-9-3, 2.75 GAA, .909 SV%, 2 SO)

Sorokin was the surprise starter in Game 1 as head coach Barry Trotz said Semyon Varlamov would be available, but he sat due to a lower-body injury that apparently is more serious than initially believed. Sorokin did well stopping 39 of the 42 shots he faced.

Jarry turned aside 37 of the 41 shots he faced, but he could not keep Palmieri from being a hero in overtime. In fact, Palmieri accounted for two of his team’s four goals.

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Islanders at Penguins: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Penguins 3, Islanders 2

Money line (ML)

The PENGUINS (-135) are looking for the bounce-back, and they’ll get it behind Jarry in the Steel City. Offense wasn’t a problem in Game 1 as the Pens found the back of the net three times. But the defense and goaltending broke down a little bit in the third period.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The Islanders +1.5 (-250) posted the win in Game 1, and they looked like an attractive play before the game started, but the price is just too high. The same holds true for Game 2. If you like the Isles, just play them straight up. I think this is another one-goal game, but this time it goes to the home side.

AVOID, and just stick with the money line.

Over/Under (O/U)

TOTAL 5 (O: -140, U: +115) is not worth playing. I think this one comes in right on the number. It might be a little on the pricey side, but OVER 4.5 (-225) on the alternate line might be a better play if you want action on the total. But it will cost you.

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New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins Game 1 odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins Game 1 odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The New York Islanders and Pittsburgh Penguins play Game 1 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series Sunday. Puck drop is scheduled for noon ET at PPG Paints Arena. Below, we analyze the Islanders-Penguins odds and lines, with NHL picks and predictions.

The Islanders enter as the fourth-seed in the East Division, but there is no way the Penguins will be taking them lightly. The Islanders managed just two wins in the eight regular-season meetings vs. the Pens, however, five of the games were decided by just one goal.

The Penguins outscored the Islanders 15-7 in winning all four head-to-head meetings on home ice. The top-seeded Pens rattled off three straight wins to wrap up the regular season, albeit against two non-playoff teams. In their last four games against playoff teams, the Penguins went 3-1. So, they are riding high.

Islanders at Penguins: Odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Islanders +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Penguins -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Islanders +1.5 (-250) | Penguins -1.5 (+200)
  • Over/Under: 5 (O: -145 | U: +120)

Islanders at Penguins: Projected starting goalies

Semyon Varlamov (19-11-4, 2.04 GAA, .929 SV%, 7 SO) vs. Tristan Jarry (25-9-3, 2.75 GAA, .909 SV%, 2 SO)

Varlamov closed out the regular season on a losing note, dropping his final three outings. He only allowed a total of seven goals in the three losses but received just five goals of offensive support.

Varly posted a 1-3-2 record, 2.86 GAA and .897 SV% in seven appearances against the Pens this season – none of his league-high tying seven shutouts came against Pittsburgh.

Jarry started the season a bit slow, but he recovered rather nicely and was a big part why the Pens won the division.

“Jar Jar Wins” was particularly hard on the Islanders, going 5-1-0 with a 2.41 GAA and .917 SV% in six appearances against New York this season.

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Islanders at Penguins: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Penguins 2, Islanders 1

Money line (ML)

The PENGUINS (-130) are the lean here, although nothing will come easy in this series. It will be a hotly contested series between rivals regardless, but the fact they have eight regular-season games of animosity already built up will make it very entertaining … and close.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The Islanders +1.5 (-250) would be the play here if the price was a little better, but this is just too expensive for insurance.

It was already mentioned that five of the eight meetings were one-goal games. And yes, when Varlamov and Jarry are each in net, it’s usually a lower-scoring and close matchup, but New York +1.5 (-250) is just too risky at this price.

AVOID and just stick with the money line.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 5 (+120) is the lean in Game 1, and a good value. The Under cashed in three of the past four head-to-head meetings between Varlamov and Jarry. That includes a 2-1 score in the most recent matchup in Pittsburgh March 29.

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New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Monday’s New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins NHL odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The New York Islanders (22-9-4) wrap up a two-game set against the Pittsburgh Penguins (22-11-2) on Monday with a 7 p.m. ET puck drop at PPG Paints Arena. Below, we analyze the Islanders-Penguins odds and lines, with NHL picks and predictions.

Islanders at Penguins: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:20 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Islanders -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Penguins -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Islanders +1.5 (-300) | Penguins -1.5 (+240)
  • Over/Under: 5.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

Islanders at Penguins: Projected starting goalies

Semyon Varlamov (14-6-3, 2.19 GAA, .922 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Tristan Jarry (14-8-2, 2.83 GAA, .909 SV%)

Varlamov was thrust into action when Ilya Sorokin coughed up four goals on nine shots in the first 26:18 on Saturday. Varly allowed just one goal on 11 shots in the relief role, but the damage was already done. He enters 1-2-2 with a 3.00 GAA and .895 SV% in five starts and six appearances against the Pens this season.

Jarry has won back-to-back starts against the Sabres and Islanders, and he is victorious in six of his past eight starts while losing just once in regulation and once in overtime. He improved to 4-1-0 with a 2.57 GAA and .914 SV% in five starts against the Isles this season.

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Islanders at Penguins: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Penguins 4, Islanders 2

Money line (ML)

The PENGUINS (-110) are favorites at home as they look to stay hot against the Islanders (-105). New York has been able to beat up on the rest of the league, but Pittsburgh has been its kryptonite.

While the Isles are still 5-2 in the past seven on the road, they lost the front end of the two-game set in Pittsburgh. They’re also just 2-6 in the past eight following a loss of three or more goals.

The Pens are playing their fourth game in six days, and they’re 6-1 in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 situation. They’re also 5-1 in the past six meetings with the Isles and 35-16-2 in their past 53 at home against New York.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The PENGUINS -1.5 (+240) are certainly worth a roll of the dice, as you can more than double up. The Pens struck for six goals in Saturday’s game, a 6-3 rout of the Isles. This beating might not be quite as severe for the Isles, but the Pens certainly have had their number.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 5.5 (-105) is worth a small-unit bet, but don’t get carried away. Sorokin was a sieve last time out against the Pens, but he will be carrying a clipboard and wearing a ball cap with Varlamov back in there. Look for a better showing from the Isles in this one, but the Over should still sneak across the finish line.

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New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Saturday’s New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins NHL odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The New York Islanders (22-8-4) kick off a two-game set against the Pittsburgh Penguins (21-11-2) on Saturday with a 7 p.m. ET puck drop at PPG Paints Arena. Below, we analyze the Islanders-Penguins odds and lines, with NHL picks and predictions.

Islanders at Penguins: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:50 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Islanders -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Penguins -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Islanders -1.5 (+240) | Penguins +1.5 (-300)
  • Over/Under: 5.5 (O: +105 | U: -125)

Islanders at Penguins: Projected starting goalies

Semyon Varlamov (14-6-3, 2.20 GAA, .923 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Tristan Jarry (13-8-2, 2.82 GAA, .909 SV%)

Varlamov turned aside 29 of the 32 shots he faced Thursday in Boston for a 4-3 win in overtime. That snapped a two-game mini-losing streak. Overall in March he has posted a solid 5-2-0 record, 2.28 GAA and .919 SV% in seven starts. He hasn’t had great success against the Pens this season, however, going 1-2-2 with a 3.12 GAA and .894 SV% in five starts.

Jarry registered a win against Buffalo on Wednesday, allowing just two goals on 28 shots to pick up his first win in three outings. He has gotten well against the lesser teams this month, but he has also fared well against the Isles, too. Jarry is 3-1-0 with a 2.47 GAA and .917 SV% in four starts against New York so far this season.

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Islanders at Penguins: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Penguins 3, Islanders 1

Money line (ML)

The PENGUINS (-105) are short ‘dogs at home despite their dominance against the Islanders (-110) this season. That’s because New York comes in with five wins in the past six on the road. They’re playing in the fourth game in six days, and they’re a perfect 7-0 in the past seven in a 4-in-6 situation.

While that’s all well and good, the Isles are just 1-4 in the past five meetings, and they have won just 13 of their past 46 trips to the Steel City. Until the Isles start ticking off regular wins against the Pens, back the home side.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The Penguins +1.5 (-300) will cost you three times your potential return if you’re looking for a little insurance. Don’t do it, just bet the money line instead. PASS.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 5.5 (-125) is worth a look, as that has been the dominant trend for both sides lately. The Under is 7-1 in Pittsburgh’s past eight and 4-1-2 in the previous seven at home for the Pens. The Under is also 12-3-1 in the previous 16 as a road favorite for the Isles.

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New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Thursday’s New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins NHL odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The New York Islanders (8-4-3) visit the Pittsburgh Penguins (7-6-1) Thursday for a 7 p.m. ET puck drop. Below we analyze the Islanders-Penguins NHL odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Islanders at Penguins: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:45 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Islanders +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Penguins -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Islanders +1.5 (-275) | Penguins -1.5 (+220)
  • Over/Under: 5.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Islanders at Penguins: Projected starting goalies

Semyon Varlamov (7-2-2, 1.89 GAA, .931 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Tristan Jarry (3-5-1, 3.74 GAA, .875 SV%)

Varlamov is expected to be in the crease for the third time this season against the Pens. He allowed three goals on 31 shots in a 4-3 Feb. 6 victory against them and three goals on 35 shots in a 4-3 shootout loss against the Pens Feb. 11, also at Nassau Coliseum.

Jarry will get a chance to redeem himself for a 4-3 loss Feb. 6, on the road against the Islanders. He allowed four goals on 26 shots in that outing. He has allowed three or more goals in each of his past five starts, and he has struggled to come anywhere near his All-Star form of a season ago.

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Islanders at Penguins: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Islanders 5, Penguins 3

Money line (ML)

The ISLANDERS (+105) are the play in this one, as Varlamov has been red-hot this season. The Penguins (-125) just haven’t been getting very consistent goaltending from Jarry this season, and that’s the difference here. Look to Varly and the Isles to get it done on the road. The Isles have won seven of the past nine meetings in this series, including four of the past five in Pittsburgh.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The Islanders +1.5 (-275) are just too expensive on the puck line, so take them straight up instead. The road team has won five of the past seven in this series, so there is no need for insurance. AVOID.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 5.5 (-115) is the best play on the board here, as Jarry will cough up plenty of goals. In fact, the Islanders have a chance to come very close to hitting the Over all on their own. The biggest worry with taking the Over is Varlamov, and how hot he has been this season. But the Over is 5-0 in the past five meetings between these two teams, so keep hitting the Over until the Under starts to come through on a regular basis.

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