Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders Betting Picks & Predictions
The Edmonton Oilers will beat the New York Islanders 4-3, with their NHL-leading 35.7% power play supplying the strongest matchup advantage. New York’s recent results and fifth-ranked penalty kill make this a competitive forecast. Neither the supplied puck-line prices nor Over 6.5 (+110) offers a strong enough edge for an actionable wager. The official recommendation is Pass.
Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders prediction and best bet
Edmonton has the stronger winning case through its scoring production and unbeaten road start. The Oilers have scored 56 goals, tied for the NHL lead, and Connor McDavid has 36 points in 13 games. Those results support an Edmonton victory, even against an Islanders team that has earned points in seven of its past eight games.
The best betting decision is Pass. New York’s penalty kill gives it a credible answer to Edmonton’s biggest weapon, while the Oilers’ goaltending injuries add uncertainty. A narrow Edmonton win is the forecast, but neither a two-goal winning margin nor a seventh combined goal looks reliable enough to justify the supplied prices.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Edmonton at New York, Oct. 31, 2026, at 2 p.m. ET, at UBS Arena. This is their first meeting of the 2026-27 NHL season.
Records: Edmonton Oilers 8-2; New York Islanders 5-4.
Listed goaltenders: Edmonton has Tristan Jarry and Matt Tomkins; New York has Ilya Sorokin and Semyon Varlamov. These listings are not confirmed starting assignments.
SportsJaw odds: Edmonton Oilers -1.5 (+185); New York Islanders +1.5 (-225). Moneyline: Edmonton Oilers -124; New York Islanders +110. Total: Over 6 (-115); Under 6 (-101).