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New York Islanders at Dallas Stars odds, picks and best bets

Analyzing Saturday’s New York Islanders at Dallas Stars NHL matchup, with NHL betting odds, picks and best bets

The Dallas Stars (16-11-3) entertain the New York Islanders (19-6-2) at American Airlines Arena Saturday at 9 p.m. ET. We analyze the Islanders-Stars odds and lines while providing NHL betting tips around this matchup.

Islanders at Stars: Projected starting goalies

Semyon Varlamov vs. Ben Bishop

Varlamov has a 9-3-2 record for New York with a 2.35 goals against average and .923 save percentage. The projected Islanders starter stopped 31 of 33 shots in a home, overtime win versus the Vegas Golden Knights Thursday night.

Bishop has a 10-6-2 record. He has a 2.19 goals against average and .929 save percentage in 20 games played. The expected Dallas starter stopped 36 of 38 shots in a 3-2 overtime win against the Winnipeg Jets Thursday.

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Islanders at Stars: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Stars 3, Islanders 2

Moneyline (ML)

The STARS (-150) and Islanders (+125) are both rested headed into this matchup. New York is 3-2 in their last five games and Dallas is 1-3-1 in that span. Expect this game to be close and low-scoring. New York allows just 2.58 goals on the road and Dallas yields two goals a game (10-4-1 at home). BACK DALLAS slightly.

A $10 bet with Dallas results in a $6.67 profit with an outright win for the Stars.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The Stars are 16-14 ATS, while New York is 14-14 vs. the spread. This is one to AVOID, as the Islanders number at +1.5 (-239) has too much tax. That payout on a $10 bet would be just $4.18 for the Islanders to lose by one goal or win outright.

Over/Under (O/U)

The UNDER 5.5 (-150) is fine and conservative play. There were rumblings that the over/under could go to five here, but the line hasn’t moved as of yet. That is fortunate as most projections suggested a 3-2 outcome. Consider that the Islanders give up just 2.41 goals per game (3rd) and the Stars 2.43 goals per game (4th), I side with the UNDER Saturday night.

Placing a $10 bet here will give a bettor a $6.67 profit with a total of six or fewer goals scored.

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Vegas Golden Knights at New York Islanders odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Thursday’s Vegas Golden Knights at New York Islanders sports betting odds and lines, with NHL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Vegas Golden Knights (15-11-4) visit the New York Islanders (18-6-2) Thursday at Nassau Coliseum. Puck drop is scheduled for shortly after 7 p.m. ET. We analyze the Golden Knights-Islanders sports betting odds and lines, while providing NHL betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Golden Knights at Islanders: Projected starting goalies

Marc-Andre Fleury vs. Semyon Varlamov

Fleury is 11-6-2 with a .919 save percentage and 2.54 goals against average through 19 starts and one relief appearance. He gave up four goals on 31 shots in a loss to the Edmonton Oilers his last time out, but he’s expected to start Thursday on 12 days rest.

Varlamov is 8-3-2 with a .922 SV% and 2.38 GAA through 13 starts and two relief appearances. He has been better on the road than at home, where his save percentage drops to .910 and GAA rises to 2.85.

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Golden Knights at Islanders: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Islanders 3, Golden Knights 1

Moneyline (ML)

The ISLANDERS (-120) come into Thursday with a 11-2-1 home record. They’re coming off a 4-2 road loss against the Montreal Canadiens Tuesday and have lost four of their last six games following a five-game winning streak. The Golden Knights (+100) are an even-money bet while seeking a fifth straight win. They’re 8-6-1 on the road and 6-3-1 across their last 10 games.

Vegas went to extra time in two of its last four games and won by just a single tally in regulation over the New Jersey Devils Tuesday. The Islanders have won their last eight home games, including a 2-0 shutout of the Blue Jackets Saturday. Back the home team.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The ISLANDERS (-1.5, +225) are 13-13 against the spread overall and 7-7 at home. The Golden Knights are 11-19 overall and 6-9 on the road. Each of Vegas’ last two losses were by two goals while the Islanders’ last two wins were each by two or more tallies. Double down on the home side with a much greater profit margin.

A $10 bet on the Islanders to win by at least two goals returns a profit of $22.50. The same wager for the outright win fetches a profit of $8.30.

Over/Under (O/U)

Take the UNDER 5.5 (-115). The Islanders fell short of that total in five of their last six games, while the Knights played to totals of fewer than five goals in two of their last three games. Vegas is 4-6 against the Over/Under across its last 10 games. New York is 5-5 against the O/U in the same span.

Esten’s NHL betting record: 104-85

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Columbus Blue Jackets at New York Islanders odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Columbus Blue Jackets at New York Islanders sports betting odds and lines, with NHL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The New York Islanders (16-5-2) host the Columbus Blue Jackets (11-10-4) Saturday at Barclays Center in Brooklyn with puck drop scheduled for shortly after 7 p.m. ET. We analyze the Blue Jackets-Islanders sports betting odds and lines, while providing NHL betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Blue Jackets at Islanders: Projected starting goalies

Elvis Merzlikins vs. Thomas Greiss

Merzlikins is 0-2-3 through his first five NHL starts and one relief appearance. The 25-year-old former third-round pick has a .890 save percentage and 3.54 goals against average. His last start was Nov. 23 against the Winnipeg Jets, when he allowed four goals on 31 shots.

Greiss was riding a personal eight-game winning streak before taking the loss his last time out, when he gave up three goals on 23 shots faced. He is 9-2-0 on the season with a .930 SV% and 2.15 GAA. Both rates would be the best of his career if they hold through the end of the season.

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Blue Jackets at Islanders: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Islanders 6, Blue Jackets 1

Moneyline (ML)

The -176 odds for the ISLANDERS to win outright are much more appealing than they should be. New York has lost three in a row but has been off since Wednesday and returns home from a three-game swing through California. The Isles are 10-2-1 on home ice and have won their last five games against Eastern Conference opponents.

The Blue Jackets beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-2 at home Friday but they’re just 3-4-3 on the road for the season and have a goal differential of minus-12 as they turn to their backup goaltender Saturday.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on the Islanders to win would return a profit of $5.68.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Increase your potential profit with the ISLANDERS by backing them to cover the spread of -1.5 (+165) and win by two or more goals. The Isles are 11-12 on the puck line overall and 6-7 at home while the Jackets are 12-13 overall and 7-3 on the road. The Isles have the home, rest and goaltending advantages and their unsuccessful road trip can be swept aside.

Over/Under (O/U)

New York is 5-5 against the O/U across its last 10 games while Columbus is 4-5-1 in the same span. Take the OVER 5.5 (+105) with the Islanders set up to take care of the bulk of the scoring against the unproven rookie.

Esten’s NHL betting record: 92-80

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New York Islanders at Los Angeles Kings odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Islanders-Kings tonight with odds, predictions, and best bets.

The New York Islanders (16-4-2) finish the West Coast trip with a visit to the Los Angeles Kings (9-13-2) at Staples Center Wednesday at 10:30 p.m. ET. We analyze the Islanders-Kings odds and lines, while providing NHL betting tips around this matchup.

Islanders at Kings: Projected starting goalies

Semyon Varlamov vs. Jonathan Quick

Varlamov is the expected starter against the Kings. The 31-year old goaltender is 7-2-2 on the season and compiled a 2.63 goals against average and .913 save percentage. Varlamov looked more like himself against San Jose in his last start — allowing two goals on 26 shots in an overtime loss.

Quick has played 16 games with the Kings. He has a 6-9-1 record with a .881 SV% and 3.47 GAA. He stopped 21 of 25 shots against San Jose in his last start in an overtime loss.

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Islanders at Kings: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Islanders 3, Kings 2

Moneyline (ML)

The ISLANDERS (-139) got a much-needed rest after losing to the Anaheim Ducks Monday. New York faces a team somewhat stingy defensively, as Los Angeles is second in the league in shots allowed at just under 29 a game. However, Los Angeles yields over three goals a game with an opportunistic Islanders offense that has more firepower. Our pick is the ISLANDERS.

A $10 bet with New York results in a $7.19 profit with an outright win for the Islanders.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

With the Islanders and Kings, we are hitting the AVOID here. New York tends to play close to the vest and Los Angeles is stingy as far as scoring chances at home. This should be a close game.

Over/Under (O/U)

The UNDER 5.5 (-129) is a decent play given that Los Angeles has scored less than three goals a game after its hot start and New York scores less than three goals a game on the road. 

Placing a $10 bet here will give a bettor a $7.75 profit with a total of five or  less goals scored.

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New York Islanders at Anaheim Ducks odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Monday’s Islanders at Ducks NHL matchup with NHL betting odds, picks and best bets

The New York Islanders (16-3-2) travel to Southern California to face the Anaheim Ducks (10-11-3) at Honda Center on Monday at 10 p.m. ET. We analyze the Islanders-Ducks odds and lines while providing NHL betting tips around this matchup.

Islanders at Ducks: Projected starting goalies

Thomas Greiss vs. John Gibson

Greiss has a 9-1 record for New York with a 2.07 goals against average and .934 save percentage. The Islanders goaltender has won eight straight starts, allowing 16 goals in that span.

Gibson was given the night off on Saturday in place of Ryan Miller. The Anaheim starter has a 7-10-1 record with a 3.02 GAA and .908 SV%, and he has given up 4+ goals in four of his last five starts. The one he did not was a 37-save win against St. Louis.

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Islanders at Ducks: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Islanders 3, Ducks 2

Moneyline (ML)

The ISLANDERS (-125) are rolling along with a 17-game point streak and Anaheim has lost three straight contests. New York played well despite losing in overtime in San Jose on Saturday and Anaheim should at the least allow some shots and goals. With the Islanders’ normal defensive structure, they should win outright.

A $10 bet with New York results in an $8 profit with an outright win for the Islanders.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The Islanders have played in seven straight one-goal games while Anaheim has lost seven of eight. Here is the problem. Can one trust the Islanders to win by two or more goals? The numbers say no. Anaheim at +1.5 is -278 which is just too high. AVOID.

Over/Under (O/U)

The UNDER 5.5 (-121) is a nice, small play on Monday night given the last five meetings have seen the under connect four times. Yes, both teams are just above .500 when it comes to the over but the under here is more likely given each team’s style. Anaheim would prefer to play things a bit slower, which is New York’s style.

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New York Islanders at San Jose Sharks odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s New York Islanders at San Jose Sharks sports betting odds and lines, with NHL betting picks, tips and best bets.

The New York Islanders (16-3-1) travel cross country to face the San Jose Sharks (11-11-1) at SAP Center Saturday at 10:30 p.m. ET. We analyze the Islanders-Sharks odds and lines while providing NHL betting tips around this matchup.

Islanders at Sharks: Projected starting goalies

Semyon Varlamov vs. Martin Jones

Varlamov has a 7-2-1 record with a 2.70 goals against average and .912 save percentage. He looks to rebound after giving up a whopping 12 goals in his previous three starts.

Jones has a 8-8-1 record with a 3.34 GAA and .885 SV%. He has won four of his last five starts but has given up three or more goals in four straight outings. Jones has seen one 30-plus shot game over the previous five starts.

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Islanders at Sharks: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Sharks 4, Islanders 2

Moneyline (ML)

The SHARKS (-110) are almost dead even on the moneyline at home despite winning six of their last seven games. Yes, the goaltending is less than optimal but San Jose is more than capable of outscoring its goaltender.

The Sharks should be able to take advantage of an Islanders team on the first leg of their West Coast trip.

A $10 bet with San Jose results in a $9.09 profit with an outright win for the Sharks.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

A fast start is vital for the Sharks here. This one is tough but lean to San Jose (-1.5, +215) for the heavy value.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 5.5 (-134) is dangling a carrot and we are taking this hook, line, and sinker. Yes, it carries some inherent risk, but San Jose could score four or more by themselves if Varlamov starts. They have a familiarity with him from his days with the Colorado Avalanche.

Placing a $10 bet here will give a bettor a decent $7.46 profit with a total of six or more goals scored.

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Penguins-Islanders odds, picks and best bets

Previewing the Pittsburgh Penguins at New York Islanders sports betting odds, with NHL matchup analysis, picks and tips.

The scorching-hot New York Islanders (15-3-1) host the Metropolitan Division-rival Pittsburgh Penguins (11-7-3) Thursday at Barclays Center. The puck is scheduled to drop shortly after 7 p.m. ET. We analyze the Penguins-Islanders odds and lines, while providing NHL betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Penguins at Islanders: Projected starting goalies

Matt Murray vs. Thomas Greiss

Murray has dropped each of his last three decisions, though two of those were in overtime. He allowed a total of 10 goals over the stretch while facing more than 27 shots on goal just once. He has a .910 save percentage and a 2.52 goals against average on the season.

Greiss has won seven straight starts dating back to Oct. 11. He is 8-1-0 through nine starts and a relief appearance with a 1.98 GAA and a league-best .938 SV%. He has allowed more than two goals in just two starts.

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Penguins at Islanders: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Islanders 4, Penguins 3

Moneyline (ML)

This rematch comes on the heels of a 5-4 overtime road victory for New York Tuesday which evened the season series between the two. The Islanders, second in the Metro Division, are 9-2-1 at home. They haven’t lost in regulation since falling 5-2 to the Carolina Hurricanes Oct. 11. They’ve lost in overtime just once in their last 15 games. The Penguins sit fourth in the division and come into Thursday with a 4-4-1 road record.

Pittsburgh remains without C Sidney Crosby (groin), C Nick Bjugstad (undisclosed), D Kris Letang (lower body) and now D Justin Schultz (undisclosed). The ISLANDERS (-143) will get this one done in regulation.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Isles to win outright in regulation, overtime or a shootout returns a profit of $7.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The spread is a much tougher call, as the Islanders are only 6-6 against the spread at home despite the near-perfect moneyline record. Six of New York’s last seven games were decided by single tallies, including Tuesday’s win over the Penguins.

Back PITTSBURGH (+1.5, -239) to keep this one within a goal in a loss, or win outright. The Pens are 5-4 on the puck line as visitors.

Over/Under (O/U)

The juice is on the OVER 5.5 (-121) after Tuesday’s game saw the two teams combine for nine total goals. It’s our play with the Islanders 7-3 against the Over/Under across their last 10 games.

Esten’s NHL betting record: 61-63

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Islanders-Penguin odds: Crosby-less Pittsburgh favored at home

Previewing Tuesday’s New York Islanders at Pittsburgh Penguins sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis, picks and tips.

The injury-ravaged Pittsburgh Penguins (11-7-2) host the New York Islanders (14-3-1) Tuesday at PPG Paints Arena. The puck is scheduled to drop shortly after 7 p.m. ET. We analyze the Islanders-Penguins odds and lines, while providing NHL betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Islanders at Penguins: Projected starting goalies

Semyon Varlamov vs. Matt Murray

Varlamov allowed four goals in each of his last two outings but still went 1-0-1 to pick up three points. He is 6-2-1 through nine starts while splitting time with Thomas Greiss. He has a .917 save percentage and a 2.56 goals against average.

Murray is 9-4-2 through 16 games played (all starts) with a .913 SV% and a 2.37 GAA. He stopped 19 of 21 shots in a loss against the New Jersey Devils his last time out.

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Islanders at Penguins: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Islanders 3, Penguins 2

Moneyline (ML)

The ISLANDERS (+110) are winners of three straight and 13 of their last 14. They’re 5-1-0 on the road and are plus-16 (58-42) overall in goal differential. The Penguins have lost two of their last three and four of their last seven, but they beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-1 at home Saturday. They have a goal differential of plus-17 (67-50).

Pittsburgh won the first meeting of the year between the two Metropolitan Division rivals, but it was with a healthier roster. C Sidney Crosby (groin) and D Kris Letang (lower body) are out of the lineup Tuesday. Take the visitors and turn a profit of $11 on a $10 bet.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

Four of the Penguins’ last five games were each decided by single goals with three of them going to extra time (overtime or a shootout). Seven of the ISLANDERS’ (+1.5, -250) last 13 victories and their one loss in that time were each by single goals. These two teams play tight games and will square up again Thursday in a quick rematch.

New York is 10-8 against the spread overall and 4-2 as the road team. Pittsburgh is 9-11 overall and 4-7 at home. The moneyline is far more profitable for the Isles, but the puck line is a safer play.

New to sports betting? A $10 bet on the Islanders to win outright or lose by no more than a goal will return a profit of $4.

Over/Under (O/U)

Take the UNDER (5.5, -106). The Islanders are 7-3 against the Over/Under across their last 10 games with the Penguins 4-6 in the same span. Murray should be able to slow the New York offense with the Islanders well-equipped to limit the offensive output of the Pens without Crosby.

Esten’s NHL betting record: 56-56

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Islanders-Flyers odds: Philly plays host in pick’em vs. NY Islanders

Previewing Saturday’s New York Islanders vs. Philadelphia Flyers sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis and picks.

The New York Islanders (13-3-1) travel to the city of brotherly love to face the Philadelphia Flyers (10-6-3) at Wells Fargo Center Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET. We analyze the Islanders-Flyers odds and lines while providing NHL betting tips and picks around this matchup.

Islanders at Flyers: Projected starting goalies

Thomas Greiss vs. Brian Elliott

Greiss is projected to start. He has posted a 7-1-3 record with a 1.88 goals against average and .942 save percentage. He has won six straight starts while allowing 10 goals on his last 192 shots faced (.948 save percentage).

Elliott is 4-2-1 with a 2.88 GAA and .909 save percentage. He has been a bit inconsistent with one win and an overtime loss, and was pulled in his last three starts.

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Islanders at Flyers: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Islanders 4, Flyers 2

Moneyline (ML)

NEW YORK (-110) is nearly even money and rested. The Flyers have played extra time in five of their last six games and it may catch up to them here on the back end of a back-to-back.

A $10 bet with New York results in a $9.09 profit with an outright victory.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The spread is one to AVOID as this expects to be a close one throughout. New York’s -304 is cost-prohibitive given the moneyline. The profit is elsewhere Saturday night.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 5.5 (-129) is a modest, small play given the unknown of how Philadelphia looks in this game.

These two rivals have scored 21 goals combined in their last three meetings. Take the Over.

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Maple Leafs-Islanders odds: Isles welcome Leafs, Johnny T

Previewing Wednesday’s Toronto Maple Leafs at New York Islanders sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis, picks and tips.

The Toronto Maple Leafs (9-6-4) and New York Islanders (12-3-1) tangle at Nassau Coliseum on Long Island Wednesday night at 7 p.m. ET, and the Isles fans will be ready for Toronto captain John Tavares. We analyze the Maple Leafs-Islanders sports betting odds and lines, with NHL matchup analysis, picks and tips.

Maple Leafs at Islanders: Projected starting goalies

Frederik Andersen vs. Semyon Varlamov

Andersen heads into Wednesday’s battle with a 9-2-2 record, 2.62 goals against average and .916 save percentage. He faced the Islanders just once last season, a 2-1 victory as the ‘Under’ easily connected.

Varlamov enters play with a 5-2-1 record, 2.37 GAA and .924 save percentage. He is coming off a 4-3 overtime loss last time out against the Pittsburgh Penguins, a setback coming off of a five-start winning streak. He has allowed three or fewer goals in five of the past six outings.

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Maple Leafs at Islanders: Odds, picks and betting tips

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Prediction

Islanders 5, Maple Leafs 3

Moneyline (ML)

The ISLANDERS (-134) dominated last season’s first meeting against former star Tavares, as the Long Island faithful treated their former star rudely and didn’t let up for the entire game. When the dust settled, the Maple Leafs (+110) were on the short end of a 6-1 score. They lost the second meeting, too, although they salvaged the season series and avoided the broom in the final battle.

Puck Line/Against the Spread (ATS)

The ISLANDERS (-1.5, +200) are worth a roll of the dice in this one, as you can double up your money ($20 profit on a $10 bet) if they win by two or more goals. While Andersen is 3-0-0 with a 1.95 GAA and .938 save percentage in three road games, he hasn’t faced a hostile environment and tough offense like he’ll face Wednesday.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 5.5 (-139) is a slam-dunk play, as this game should go well Over. The offenses for both teams have been on point lately, and the Isles have picked up points in 12 straight games. While their No. 1 in goals allowed at just 2.2 per game, they will be tested early and often by the young guns of the Leafs. Toronto is averaging 3.3 goals per game, and it’s allowing 3.2 goals per outing. Expect plenty of offense.

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