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New York Islanders vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction

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+1.5 (-138)
-1.5 (+117)
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+185
-225
-217
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U 5.5
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Carolina Hurricanes Favored to Win Against New York Islanders in Crucial Matchup Impacting League Standings

The New York Islanders and Carolina Hurricanes are set to face off in a game that could impact their standings in the hockey league. The Hurricanes have a favorable record in previous meetings, but the Islanders secured a recent win against them. Carolina is the favorite to win, with the betting line holding steady at -217. Both teams will be looking to secure a victory on the road during this competitive matchup in North Carolina.

Betting Odds

  • Moneyline: Islanders +188 | Hurricanes -217
  • Spread: Islanders +1.5 (-136) | Hurricanes -1.5 (+116)
  • Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
  • Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Carolina will win straight-up is 68%.

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New York Islanders

The New York Islanders faced a tough loss against the Blackhawks, splitting their home-and-home series. Despite tying for fifth in the Metropolitan Division, they are currently 13 points behind the top spot. With a struggling power play and penalty killing record, the Islanders are working to improve their standings. Their latest game saw them struggling in their own end, resulting in a loss, with Ilya Sorokin making 18 saves in the game. As they continue to work on their gameplay, fans can look forward to potential improvements from the team.

Carolina Hurricanes Analysis

Carolina Hurricanes are currently 19-10-1 on the season and are ranked third in the Metropolitan Division, five points behind the Capitals for the top spot. They have been alternating wins and losses in their last six games. The Hurricanes have a strong offense, ranking fourth in goals per game with an average of 3.60 goals, and are also fifth in power play success at 26.8%. Defensively, they allow an average of 2.87 goals per game and rank ninth in goals against. In their recent game against Columbus, Carolina secured a solid victory, with goals from Sebastian Aho, William Carrier, Jordan Martinook, and Jesperi Kotkaniemi. Dustin Tokarski made 27 saves in his first start of the season. The Hurricanes are projected to have Pyotr Kochetkov start in goal for their next game. Carolina has a power ranking of 7, ranking fourth in offense and 11th in defense.

Carolina Hurricanes Have Edge Over New York Islanders in Face-Off Based on Recent Performances

The New York Islanders recently faced challenges in their games against the Blackhawks, giving up a total of nine goals and narrowly earning a split. In contrast, the Carolina Hurricanes have shown some inconsistency lately but received a strong performance from Tokarski in his season debut. Carolina boasts an impressive home record of 12-4-0 while the Islanders have a more modest .500 record on the road. Given the current form of the Islanders, the Hurricanes have the advantage in this matchup.

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