After splitting two games in Tampa Bay, the Islanders and their backers will be happy to see the series shift to the Barclays Center as the Islanders have won eight of the last nine times they’ve hosted the Lightning. They last met in New York on April 4, where the Islanders easily won 5-2.
Another positive trend developing for the Isles is their ability to bounce back after a loss, as they’re 3-0 in their last three games following a loss. The Lightning, meanwhile, haven’t exactly been great at stringing wins together, as they’re 2-6 in their last eight games after a win.
Working in Tampa’s favor is how well they’re played with a few days of rest between games. They’re currently on a run that’s seen them go 9-3 in their last 12 games with two days off between games, while the Islanders have struggled in that spot, going 3-7 in their last 10 games with two days off between games.
The total for the game is set at 5 goals — a mark they’ve topped in five of their last eight games against each other.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Sportsbooks such as Sportsbook had the New York Islanders as -108 moneyline favorites in this particular NHL betting matchup earlier. The over under total, meanwhile, was set early at 5 before betting started to move the line at Sportsbook.
Odds Shark computer score prediction models pick a possible 3-2.8 win for the Lightning on Tuesday. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
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Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The New York Islanders sport a record of 50-30-10 heading into this matchup, while the Tampa Bay Lightning sit at 51-33-5 on the season. The OVER/UNDER records are 37-44-9 for the Islanders and 36-41-12 for the Lightning. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and New York vs Tampa Bay injuries news.
The Odds Shark NHL Power Rankings have the New York Islanders at No. 24 and the Tampa Bay Lightning at No. 21 heading into this contest.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits New York's No. 11-ranked offense, averaging 2.81 goals per game, against a Lightning defense that ranks No. 3 at 2.42 goals allowed. The Islanders power play is averaging 18.99% while the Lightning defense kills off 84.88% of their penalties.
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