| 1 | 2 | 3 | T | ODDS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NYI | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
| DET | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | +120 |
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New York Islanders vs. Detroit Red Wings: Islanders Look to Bounce Back, Red Wings Aim to Break Losing Streak in Conference Matchup
On Thursday evening, the New York Islanders will face off against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena in a conference matchup. The Islanders will look to bounce back from a recent slump, while the Red Wings aim to break a three-game losing streak. The Red Wings previously defeated the Islanders with a 1-0 victory earlier this season. With New York as the favorite, the puck drops at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. Stay tuned for our prediction on the New York Islanders vs. Detroit Red Wings matchup.
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Islanders -124 | Red Wings +106
- Spread: Islanders -1.5 (+210) | Red Wings +1.5 (-250)
- Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
- Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 55%.
New York vs Detroit Stats
New York Islanders
The Islanders suffered a tough 2-1 shootout loss to the Flames in Calgary, their second straight defeat. Rasmus Andersson scored the tying goal for Calgary in the third period before securing the victory in the shootout. Pierre Engvall scored the lone goal for New York in the second period, with Scott Mayfield notching his third assist of the season. Goalie Semyon Varlamov made 30 saves in the game. Despite the loss, New York's goaltenders have been performing well, allowing only two goals in three of their last five games. Coach Patrick Roy acknowledged the hard-fought nature of the game and expressed a desire for more than one point. The Islanders currently hold a power ranking of 22, with a 25th-ranked offense and 14th-ranked defense. They have a record of 7-7-5 this season.
Detroit Red Wings Analysis
The Detroit Red Wings have experienced a challenging three-game losing streak, including a close 5-4 overtime loss to the San Jose Sharks. Key players like Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat, Marco Kasper, and Michael Rasmussen have contributed to the team's offense, with Larkin registering his fourth assist of the season. Despite a late goal from DeBrincat to force overtime, goaltender Cam Talbot ultimately let in the game-winner. Coach Derek Lalonde praised Talbot's overall performance but noted room for improvement. The team is also dealing with key injuries to defenseman Mike Reilly and center Matthew Barzal. In terms of power rankings, the Red Wings currently rank 19th overall, with offense ranked at 27th and defense at 22nd. Their record stands at 7-9-2, with New York having a favorable recent record against Detroit.
Islanders Struggle Against Red Wings, Detroit Favored for Thursday Matchup
The New York Islanders have faced recent challenges against the Detroit Red Wings, losing their last two games, including a 1-0 defeat earlier this season. Their performance at Little Caesars Arena has been subpar, with losses in two of their last three matchups, including a 6-3 loss in their most recent meeting there. In three of their past four games against Detroit, the Islanders have failed to score more than three goals against the Red Wings' goaltenders. Historically, the Islanders have struggled on the road, losing over 56% of their away games last season. This trend has continued in 2024, with losses in 58.3% of their road games so far. Additionally, New York's offensive statistics rank in the lower half of the league in several categories, indicating that they may struggle to score against Detroit. Based on these statistics and trends, Detroit has a strong chance of securing a comfortable victory at home on Thursday. Therefore, it is recommended to favor Detroit in this matchup.
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