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Boston Bruins at New York Islanders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Boston Bruins at New York Islanders odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston Bruins (34-5-3) travel to meet the New York Islanders (23-18-4) Wednesday at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Bruins vs. Islanders odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Bruins have won 2 games in a row, outscoring the Philadelphia Flyers and Toronto Maple Leafs by a 10-3 score, after a 3-0 setback against the Seattle Kraken on Thursday. The B’s are 13-1-3 in the previous 17 outings.

The Islanders suffered a 4-3 loss in overtime against the Washington Capitals, picking up at least 1 point for the 3rd time in 4 games. The Isles are 1-3-2 in the last 6 games.

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Bruins at Islanders odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Bruins -170 (bet $170 to win $100) | Islanders +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Bruins -1.5 (+145) | Islanders +1.5 (-170)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Bruins at Islanders projected goalies

Linus Ullmark (23-2-1, 1.92 GAA, .936 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Ilya Sorokin (15-14-3, 2.30 GAA, .925 SV%, 3 SO)

Ullmark stopped 18 of the 21 shots he faced in a 4-3 win against the Maple Leafs, bouncing back from a 3-0 loss against the Kraken. He faced the Isles on Dec. 13, allowing 3 goals on 26 shots in a 4-3 shootout win.

Sorokin was knocked around for 4 goals on 35 shots in a 4-3 overtime loss against the Capitals on Monday. He has a subpar 2-3-2 record in 7 starts in January, but he has a stellar 2.41 GAA and .922 SV%. It’s a lack of offensive support, as the Isles have totaled just 9 goals in his last 5 appearances.

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Bruins at Islanders picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 4, Islanders 2

Moneyline

The BRUINS (-170) are heavy favorites, and slightly below my personal limit for a standalone moneyline play.

Boston is a good bet on the road against New York, as the B’s have picked up wins in 34 of 43 games overall this season. That includes a solid 13-4-1 record on the road.

Puck line/Against the spread

The BRUINS -1.5 (+145) are worth playing at plus-money on the road.

In the last 4 wins on the road, Boston has won by at least 2 goals, while going 4-2 in the last 6 games on the puck line.

You’ll be going against a series trend, as the home team has won each of the last 5 in the series. But the B’s are just running hot, and worth the play.

Over/Under

OVER 5.5 (-115) is the play, but go with a half-unit at best.

The Over is 4-1-1 in the last 6 meetings, and 6-2-2 in the previous 10 in the series.

The Over is 3-1-2 in the last 6 meetings for the B’s, too, while going 8-0 in the last 8 games for the Isles against teams with a winning percentage of .600 or greater.

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Washington Capitals at New York Islanders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Washington Capitals at New York Islanders odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Washington Capitals (23-16-6) meet the New York Islanders (23-18-3) Monday at UBS Arena for the 1st of 4 regular-season meetings. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Capitals vs. Islanders odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Capitals were swept in a home-and-home set with the lowly Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday (5-3) and Saturday (3-1). The Under is 3-1 in the past 4 games for the Caps.

The Islanders picked up a 2-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday, snapping a 4-game losing skid. The Under is 5-0 in the past 5 games for the Isles, while going 7-1-2 across the past 10 outings.

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Capitals at Islanders odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Capitals -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Islanders -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Capitals +1.5 (-280) | Islanders -1.5 (+200)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Capitals at Islanders projected goalies

Darcy Kuemper (12-11-4, 2.54 GAA, .918 SV%, 4 SO) vs. Ilya Sorokin 15-14-2, 2.25 GAA, .927 SV%, 3 SO)

Kuemper allowed 7 goals on 60 shots in the back-to-back losses to the Flyers, but he is still a respectable 2-2-1 with a 2.80 GAA and .909 SV% with a shutout in 5 starts in Jan.

Sorokin allowed a single goal on 23 shots in Saturday’s victory over the Habs. He has allowed 3 or fewer goals in 5 of his 6 assignments in Jan to go along with a 2-3-1 record with a sparkling 2.17 GAA and .929 SV%.

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Capitals at Islanders picks and predictions

Prediction

Islanders 3, Capitals 2

Moneyline

The ISLANDERS (-115) are the play as a slight favorite on home ice.

The Capitals have been rather toothless on offense in the past 4 outings, totaling just 7 goals (1.8 goals per game). The good news is that Washington has allowed 3 or fewer goals in 3 of those outings, too, so it won’t be easy if you’re backing New York.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Capitals +1.5 (-280) will cost you more than 2 1/2 times your potential return in what should be a close game. That’s just way too expensive for too much risk and not enough reward.

AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (-105) is worth a look, as Washington has had a power outage on offense recently, and both teams are playing pretty well defensively lately.

The Under is 8-2 in the past 10 games inside the Metropolitan Division for the Caps, while cashing at an 8-3 clip in the past 11 against winning teams.

The Under is a perfect 5-for-5 in the past 5 games for the Islanders, while going 5-0-2 in the past 7 on home ice, and 5-0-1 in the past 6 against teams with a winning overall record.

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Minnesota Wild at New York Islanders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Minnesota Wild at New York Islanders odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Wild (22-14-4) and New York Islanders (22-17-3) meet Thursday on Long Island. The opening puck drop at UBS Arena is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Wild vs. Islanders odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Minnesota is closing out a 2-game Big Apple trip. The Wild fell to the New York Rangers 4-3 in a shootout Tuesday. Minnesota is winless (0-1-2) over its last 3 games, its longest losing skid since a 3-game streak Nov. 13-17.

The Islanders also lost in a shootout in their last game (2-1 against the Dallas Stars on Tuesday) and are winless (0-2-1) across their last 3. After averaging a solid 3.38 goals per game from Dec. 6-Jan. 3, New York has tallied just 4 goals over its 3-game skid.

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Wild at Islanders odds

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  • Moneyline: Wild -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Islanders -105 (bet $100 to win $105)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Wild -1.5 (+185) | Islanders +1.5 (-260)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -125 | U: +105)

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Wild at Islanders projected goalies

Filip Gustavsson (9-6-1, 2.25 GAA, .924 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Ilya Sorokin (14-13-2, 2.30 GAA, .925 SV%, 3 SO)

Gustavsson has won 8 of his last 10 starts dating back to Nov. 19 and has allowed 2 or fewer goals in 8 games along that span. He allowed 2 goals on 23 shots in a 3-0 loss to the St. Louis Blues Sunday.

Sorokin has also been surging: he owns a .931 SV% across his last 7 starts and has a blistering .940 SV% in 15 home games.

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Wild at Islanders picks and predictions

Prediction

Wild 4, Islanders 3

Moneyline

The Wild are a would-be lean, but Minnesota has been a bit off in its own end of late. The best value in this one is on the total. PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

Avoid the juice: PASS.

Over/Under

The Over has hit in the last 2 Wild-Islanders games and is 6-3 across the last 9. The Over is also 4-1 in Minnesota’s last 5 road games and 4-1 in the last 5 series meetings at New York.

Both sides have been giving up too many scoring chances of late. The goaltender match-up feeds a narrative that may well spiral into a 7- or 8-goal contest. TAKE THE OVER 5.5 (-125). Consider a partial-unit play unless the price comes down to -120 or lower.

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Dallas Stars at New York Islanders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Dallas Stars at New York Islanders odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Dallas Stars (24-11-6) face the New York Islanders (22-17-2) Tuesday at UBS Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Stars vs. Islanders odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Stars had a difficult time on a Southern California trip to kick off the 2023 calendar year, falling 3-2 at the Los Angeles Kings last Tuesday and losing 2-0 at the Anaheim Ducks Wednesday. Dallas rebounded at home on Sunday, blasting the visiting Florida Panthers by a 5-1 count.

The Stars have won 3 in a row on home ice, winning by an average of 3.0 goals per game. Total bettors have also loved the Stars lately, as the Under is 5-1-1 in the past 7 games overall and 10-3-1 across their past 14 outings.

The Islanders were swept on an Alberta road swing, losing 4-2 to the Edmonton Oilers Thursday and 4-1 to the Calgary Flames Friday. The Under has cashed in 4 of the past 5 games overall for the Isles.

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Stars at Islanders odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Stars -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Islanders -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Stars -1.5 (+200) | Islanders +1.5 (-280)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Stars at Islanders projected goalies

Jake Oettinger (18-6-3, 2.34 GAA, .922 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Ilya Sorokin (14-13-1, 2.35 GAA, .924 SV%, 3 SO)

Oettinger turned aside 27 of the 28 shots he faced against the Panthers Sunday, bouncing back from a loss at Los Angeles in his previous outing. Oettinger has posted wins in 5 of the past 6 starts, allowing 2 or fewer goals in 5 of those outings.

Sorokin was knocked around for 4 goals on 38 shots in Thursday’s 4-2 loss at Edmonton, and he is now 1-2-0 with a 3.08 GAA and .908 SV% in 3 January outings.

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Stars at Islanders picks and predictions

Prediction

Stars 3, Islanders 2

Moneyline

The STARS (-115) are worth playing as slight road favorites despite the fact Dallas is just 2-6 in the past 8 trips to Long Island.

The Stars are 5-1 in the past 6 games against Eastern Conference teams while going 5-2 in the past 7 against Metropolitan Division teams.

The Islanders are just 1-4 in the past 5 games against Western Conference teams while going 1-7 in the past 8 games against Central Division foes. The Isles are also a dismal 19-40 in the past 59 games against a team with a winning record, too.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Islanders +1.5 (-280) are quite costly if you would like a little bit of insurance, and do not want to play New York straight up.

New York is risky business as an underdog, going just 1-3 in the past 4 on the puck line.

AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (-110) might be the best play on the board.

The Under is 5-1-1 in the past 7 games overall for the Stars, while going 6-1-1 in the past 8 against Eastern Conference foes. The Under is 17-6-4 in the past 27 road games, too, while cashing at a 20-8-4 clip in the past 32 games against winning teams.

For the Islanders, the Under is 4-1-2 in the past 7 games overall, while going 2-0-2 in the past 4 games at home. The Under is also 3-0-1 in the past 4 for the Islanders against winning teams.

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New York Islanders at Calgary Flames odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Islanders at Flames odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Islanders (22-16-2) visit the Calgary Flames (18-14-7) for a 9 p.m. ET tilt at the Saddledome Friday. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Islanders vs. Flames odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

New York had a rough patch in December, but the Islanders are 4-2-0 in their last 6 games. Friday’s game caps off a 4-game Northwest road swing and is the back half of a double. The Isles lost 4-2 at Edmonton Thursday. They are 5-2 this season in the back half of back-to-back games.

The Flames last played on Tuesday, losing at the Winnipeg Jets 3-2. Calgary outshot Winnipeg 35-25 in that game, and the Flames have outshot opponents in 5 straight games.

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Islanders at Flames odds

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  • Moneyline: Islanders +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Flames -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
  • Puck line/Against the spread (ATS): Islanders +1.5 (-140) | Flames -1.5 (+120)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Islanders at Flames projected goalies

Semyon Varlamov (8-3-1, 2.65 GAA, .919 SV%) vs. Jacob Markstrom (12-10-4, 2.79 GAA, .895 SV%)

Varlamov has been undone by an .850 SV% while short-handed. He was activated from the IR (lower body) Monday and is making his 1st start since Dec. 17.

Markstrom started at Winnipeg Tuesday and allowed 3 goals on 25 shots. Calgary has done well to limit scoring chances, and the 32-year-old netminder owns a 2.25 GAA over his last 4 games.

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Islanders at Flames picks and predictions

Prediction

Flames 4, Islanders 2

Moneyline

Calgary has won by 2-plus goals in 4 of the last 5 meetings between these clubs.

Varlamov is usually a solid backup, but his stay on the IR could lead to some rust. Against a team he has scuffled against (.840 SV% last 3 starts), and with a top defensive defenseman out (D Adam Pelech, concussion), that potential rust could be quite costly.

The Isles have played well in back-to-backs, but Calgary has posted excellent puck-possession numbers of late and is the more rested side.

CALGARY (-210) is a solid play for bettors with enough bankroll to absorb the price.  Some bettors may want to consider the puck line instead or a 50-50 (or similar mix) play using both the money and puck lines.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Flames are 1-3-1 in their last 5 home games. The 1 win was by a lone goal. So, that trend continuing makes for the risk — though worth it — on this play.

For the Islanders, previous road swings of 3-or-more games resulted in the team going 1-2 in road finales. Both losses were by multiple goals.

TAKE THE FLAMES -1.5 (+120).

Over/Under

Plenty of gray area here with Varlamov returning and both sides having defenses a bit out of phase with goaltending performances (1 up and 1 down or vice-versa).

STEER CLEAR.

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New York Islanders at Edmonton Oilers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s New York Islanders at Edmonton Oilers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Islanders (22-15-2) meet the Edmonton Oilers (20-17-2) Thursday at Rogers Place. Puck drop is scheduled for 9 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Islanders vs. Oilers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Islanders play the 3rd contest of a 4-game road trip, and New York has won 4 of the last 5 games overall. The Isles picked up a 6-2 win in Vancouver last time out on Tuesday as the Over cashed.

The Oilers were shellacked 5-2 by the visiting Seattle Kraken on Tuesday, and it has lost 2 straight while going 0-4-1 in the last 5 games at home. Edmonton’s last win at home was Dec. 9 against the Minnesota Wild.

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Islanders at Oilers odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Islanders +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Oilers -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Islanders +1.5 (-190) | Oilers -1.5 (+145)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +110 | U: -130)

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Islanders at Oilers projected goalies

Ilya Sorokin (14-12-1, 2.29 GAA, .926 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Stuart Skinner (12-10-1, 2.88 GAA, .914 SV%)

Sorokin allowed 2 goals on 26 shots in a 6-2 win last time out in Vancouver, as he rebounded from a 4-1 setback in Seattle on New Year’s Day. He has won 4 of his lst 5 starts, allowing 2 or fewer goals in 4 of the last 5.

Skinner was knocked around for 4 goals on just 20 shots in the loss Tuesday against the Kraken, and he was pulled late in the 2nd period. He has allowed 3 or more goals in 5 of the last 7 starts since Dec. 15.

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Islanders at Oilers picks and predictions

Prediction

Islanders 4, Oilers 3

Moneyline

The ISLANDERS (+135) are a decent value as moderate underdogs on the road.

New York has picked up 4 wins in the last 5 games overall, while going 6-2 in the last 8 games when playing on a day of rest. The Isles have won 7 of the last 8 games inside the Pacific Division, too.

The Oilers (-155) are winless in 5 straight home games, while going 4-10 in the last 14 games against winning teams, and Edmonton is just 1-6 in the last 7 games against Metropolitan Division opponents.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Islanders +1.5 (-190) will cost you nearly 2 times your potential return if you need a little insurance, and just cannot pick them straight up. That’s a little too expensive, however.

AVOID.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (+110) is a solid play, as the Islanders have cashed the Over in 6 of the last 8 games on the road, while going 22-10 in the last 32 games against Western Conference foes.

The Over is 5-1-1 in the last 7 games at home for the Oilers, while going 4-1 in the last 5 against winning teams, and 15-5-2 in the last 22 games overall.

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New York Islanders at Seattle Kraken odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New York Islanders at Seattle Kraken odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Islanders (21-14-2) visit the Seattle Kraken (18-12-4) Sunday in a battle of hot vs. cold. Face-off from Climate Pledge Arena is set 8 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Islanders vs. Kraken odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Islanders are on a 3-game winning streak after Thursday’s 2-1 win vs. the Columbus Blue Jackets and they lead that season series 3-0. New York will attempt to ride this momentum to a win vs. the struggling Kraken as the teams meet for the 1st game of a 2-game season series.

The Kraken are on a 3-game losing streak that includes a 7-2 blowout loss on Friday vs. the Edmonton Oilers. Seattle has lost 8 of its last 11 games.

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Islanders at Kraken odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Islanders +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Kraken -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Islanders +1.5 (-250) | Kraken -1.5 (+180)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +115 | U: -135)

Islanders at Kraken projected goalies

Ilya Sorokin (13-11-0, 2.26 GAA, .926 SV%) vs. Philipp Grubauer (3-7-0, 3.53 GAA, .881 SV%)

Sorokin is on a 3-game winning streak during which he has allowed only 1 goal in each game. He has stopped 62 of the 65 shots faced in the 3 games. He has 2.42 GAA and 3-5-1 record in 10 December appearances.

Grubauer allowed 3 goals on 5 shots in under 4 minutes and was pulled from Friday’s loss against Edmonton. He has lost 4 of his last 5 starts and has a 3.65 GAA in 8 December games.

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Islanders at Kraken picks and predictions

Prediction

Islanders 3, Kraken 2

Moneyline

LEAN ISLANDERS +105.

With the momentum from their winning streak combined with the Kraken playing their backup goalie, the Rangers should be able to come out of the gates rolling in this game. This will be a tough matchup for the Kraken, who have a 9-8-2 record at home.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

The Islanders are the better and hotter team and will make this a close game even if they lose, but -250 is unplayable.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 6.5 (-135).

Both of these teams have offenses that are very inconsistent, but have the potential to put up 5+ goals on any given night. Had this been a game with more significance I would likely advise the over simply because of the scoring potential of both teams. For this matchup, the Under should be safer.

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Pittsburgh Penguins at New York Islanders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Pittsburgh Penguins at New York Islanders odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Pittsburgh Penguins (19-9-5) travel to meet the New York Islanders (19-14-2) at UBS Arena Tuesday. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Penguins vs. Islanders odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Penguins are coming off a 4-3 loss in overtime at home against the Carolina Hurricanes before the holiday break, and Pittsburgh is 1-1-1 in the past 3 games following a 7-game win streak.

This is the first of 4 regular-season meetings between these Metropolitan Division foes. The Penguins won 2 of the 3 meetings last season, including a 1-0 win Nov. 26, 2021 at New York in the lone meeting at UBS.

The Islanders picked up a 5-1 win over the Florida Panthers Friday night on the Island, a rare win after entering play just 1-3-2 in the previous 6 contests.

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Penguins at Islanders odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Penguins -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Islanders +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Penguins -1.5 (+180) | Islanders +1.5 (-250)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

Penguins at Islanders projected goalies

Tristan Jarry (15-3-4, 2.67 GAA, .920 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Ilya Sorokin (11-11-1, 2.37 GAA, .925 SV%, 3 SO)

Jarry has been red-hot lately, allowing 3 or fewer goals in 11 of his past 12 starts. He is an impressive 7-0-1 with a 2.25 GAA and .931 SV% in 8 starts in the month of December.

Sorokin stopped 22 of the 23 shots he faced in a 5-1 win over the Panthers prior to the holiday break, stopping a personal 0-6-1 skid across his previous 7 starts and 8 appearances. He has been the victim of a lack of offensive support lately, however, including a hard-luck 1-0 loss in a shootout at Colorado Dec. 19.

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Penguins at Islanders picks and predictions

Prediction

Penguins 3, Islanders 2

Moneyline

The PENGUINS (-130) are the lean, as Pittsburgh has just been more consistent lately. Jarry will match Sorokin in the net, and the Pittsburgh offense will be able to provide a little more support in this hotly contested game inside the Metro.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Islanders +1.5 (-250) will cost you 2 1/2 times your potential return, and that’s a little too expensive if you’d like a little insurance on the home team.

New York has been shut out twice in the past 7 games, and it’s feast or famine on offense. The Isles have just been too inconsistent lately.

PASS.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (+100) is a low number but a good play at even-money with 2 solid backstops at both ends.

The Under is 5-1-2 in the past 8 games overall for the Penguins, while going 6-1 in the past 7 games inside the division.

While the Over is 4-1-1 in the past 6 games overall for the Islanders, the Under is 3-1-1 in the past 5 at home, and 5-2 in the past 7 following a win.

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New York Islanders at New York Rangers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s New York Islanders at New York Rangers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Islanders (18-13-2) take on the New York Rangers (18-11-5) at Madison Square Garden in New York on Thursday. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Islanders vs. Rangers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Islanders were on the short end of a 1-0 shootout loss on the road Monday against the Colorado Avalanche, as Ilya Sorokin picked up the shutout, but OTL. He matched Alexander Georgiev shot-for-shot in regulation and overtime, but he came up just short in the shootout.

The Rangers were bested 3-2 by the Pittsburgh Penguins on the road Tuesday, snapping a 7-game win streak. The Rangers are looking for a rare home win in the series, as the road team has picked up victories in 5 of the past 6 meetings.

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Islanders at Rangers odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Islanders +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Rangers -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Islanders +1.5 (-190) | Rangers -1.5 (+145)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Islanders at Rangers projected goalies

Ilya Sorokin (10-10-1, 2.36 GAA, .926 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Igor Shesterkin (16-5-4, 2.42 GAA, .918 SV%, 1 SO)

Sorokin was on the short end of that double shutout in Colorado, before losing 1-0 in the shootout. It’s hard to believe he is winless in his last 6 starts and 7 appearances overall. He is 0-4-1 with a 2.93 GAA and .903 SV with 1 SO in 5 December starts.

Shesterkin allowed 3 goals on 24 shots in a 3-2 setback in Pittsburgh, snapping a 6-game win streak. He is an impressive 6-1-1 with a 2.09 GAA and .929 SV% in 8 appearances in December.

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Islanders at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Islanders 3, Rangers 2

Moneyline

The road team has dominated in this series lately so playing ISLANDERS (+140) is worth a roll of the dice as a result.

While the Islanders have struggling to grab wins lately, they are still 7-3 in the last 10 inside the Eastern Conference, and 20-8 in the last 28 games inside the Metropolitan Division. Plus, the road team has won 5 of the last 6 meetings, with the Isles taking 8 of the previous 10 battles overall.

Puck line/Against the spread

If you want a little insurance, Islanders +1.5 (-190) will cost you almost 2 times your potential return, and that’s a little too expensive for me. Just play the Isles straight up, or go the other way.

AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (-110) is the side to be on.

Sorokin and Shesterkin are tremendous goaltenders, and usually we get their best when facing the crosstown rivals.

The Under 11-3 in the previous 14 meetings in this series, with the Under cashing at a 6-1-1 clip in the last 8 battles at Madison Square Garden, too.

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New York Islanders at Colorado Avalanche odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s New York Islanders at Colorado Avalanche odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Islanders (18-13-1) continue their road trip against the Colorado Avalanche (16-11-2) Monday at Ball Arena in Denver. Puck drop is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Islanders vs. Avalanche odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Islanders picked up a 5-2 win against the Vegas Golden Knights in the 3rd game of their 5-game trip on Saturday, snapping an 0-2-1 run. The Over has cashed in 3 in a row and 5 of the last 6 for the Isles.

Colorado won 3-1 against the Nashville Predators on Saturday, improving to 3-1 in the last 4 games. The Avs continue to struggle offensively, averaging just 2.0 goals per game (GPG) across the last 8 games. The Under is 6-0 in the last 6 games for Colorado.

The Avalanche look to avenge a 5-4 loss against the Islanders at UBS Arena in the 1st meeting on Oct. 29.

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Islanders at Avalanche odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Islanders +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Avalanche -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Islanders +1.5 (-190) | Avalanche -1.5 (+145)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -130 | U: +110)

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Islanders at Avalanche projected goalies

Ilya Sorokin (10-10-0, 2.49 GAA, .921 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Alexandar Georgiev (12-6-2, 2.59 GAA, .920 SV%, 1 SO)

Sorokin has dropped 5 straight starts, last winning on Nov. 25 in Columbus. In a few of the starts, a lack of offensive support was the culprit for the loss, but he also has allowed 5 goals in 2 of his last 4 outings. He is 0-4-0 with a 3.72 GAA and .858 SV% in 4 December starts and 1 relief appearance.

Georgiev allowed just 1 goal on 26 shots in Saturday’s win over the visiting  Predators. While he is just 2-3-1 in 6 December starts, he still has a decent 2.84 GAA and .902 SV%,

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Islanders at Avalanche picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 3, Islanders 2

Moneyline

The AVALANCHE (-160) are moderate favorites on home ice against an Islanders (+140) side which has been struggling lately. Take advantage.

Yes, Colorado has been struggling to light the lamp lately, and this won’t be a cake walk. However, the Avs are 39-19 in the past 58 games against Eastern Conference teams, and 66-21 in the previous 87 games at home, which is a (.759 winning percentage).

Puck line/Against the spread

The Islanders +1.5 (-190) will cost you nearly 2 times your potential return if you want a little insurance, and that’s just too much risk for not enough return.

PASS.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (+110) at plus-money is a strong play here.

Sorokin has been a little erratic lately, but he and Georgiev are allowing less than 3 goals per outing. Goals should be at a premium Monday night in the Mile High City.

The Under is 6-2 in the previous 8 meetings in Denver, and the Under has dominated lately for the Avs.

The Under is 6-0 in the last 6 at home for the Avs, while going 18-7-1 in the last 26 games overall.

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