The New York Islanders will try to be nasty hosts on Saturday when the Chicago Blackhawks pay a visit to Barclays Center.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The New York Islanders were listed earlier today as -136 moneyline favorites at most sportsbooks tracked by Odds Shark (including Sportsbook), while odds makers set the Sportsbook betting total around 6.5.
Odds Shark computer score prediction models pick a possible 3.9-2.2 win for the Islanders on Saturday. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Chicago Blackhawks vs New York Islanders Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The New York Islanders bring a 31-33-10 record to the battle against the 30-36-9 Blackhawks. OVER/UNDER bettors have seen New York go 45-26-3 so far and the Blackhawks go 34-37-4. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and New York vs Chicago injuries news.
According to new NHL Power Rankings here at Odds Shark, it's the No. 28-ranked New York Islanders and the No. 27-rated Chicago Blackhawks in this matchup.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits New York's No. 8-ranked offense, averaging 3.26 goals per game, against a Blackhawks defense that ranks No. 22 at 3.11 goals allowed. The Islanders power play is averaging 22.61% while the Blackhawks defense kills off 79.09% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Chicago was a 5-2 loser in its last match at home against the Canucks. They lost as favorites, while the total score of 7 made Sportsbooks of OVER bettors.
The Islanders were a 7-6 loser in their most recent outing at home against the Lightning. That made Sportsbooks of bettors who got Tampa Bay at -180 on the moneyline, while the total score (13) was good news for OVER bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
Chicago home to San Jose, Monday, March 26th
New York home to Florida, Monday, March 26th