New York Islanders vs Dallas Stars Betting Picks & Predictions
The New York Islanders are set to face off against the Dallas Stars at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. The Islanders finished third in the Metropolitan Division
Game outlook
The New York Islanders are set to face off against the Dallas Stars at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. The Islanders finished third in the Metropolitan Division last season with a record of 5-4, while the Stars topped the Central Division with a record of 52-21-9. The Islanders were able to secure two wins in the previous season against the Stars. The game is scheduled to start at 8:00 p.m. EST, with Dallas opening as the betting favorite at -163 and the current line at Dallas -165.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Islanders +144 | Stars -165
Spread: Islanders +1.5 (-175) | Stars -1.5 (+151)
Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 62%.
New York Islanders
The New York Islanders are heading to Dallas for a three-game road trip following their recent overtime loss to the Utah Hockey Club. The team is looking to bounce back after struggling in scoring last season, ranking 22nd in the league in goals. Although they signed forward Anthony Duclair in the offseason, their goaltending has been a concern with Ilya Sorokin recovering from back surgery. Semyon Varlamov started the last game and allowed five goals on 26 shots. With Sorokin still out, Varlamov is expected to start against the Stars. The Islanders have a power ranking of 22, ranking # in offense and defense, and are currently 0-0-1 this season.