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Vegas Golden Knights and New York Islanders Set to Face Off at UBS Arena in Crucial Matchup - Who Will Come Out on Top?

On Tuesday night, the Vegas Golden Knights (31-16-6) will be facing off against the New York Islanders (24-21-7) at UBS Arena. Both teams are looking to earn a series split, with the Islanders currently leading 1-0. Vegas is coming off a 4-2 loss to the Rangers, while the Islanders are coming off a 6-3 loss to Florida. In their last 10 meetings, New York and Vegas have split wins. Vegas opens as the betting favorite at -143, with the current line at Vegas -145. Stay tuned to see which team will come out on top in this Vegas vs. New York prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Golden Knights -145 | Islanders +125
• Spread: Golden Knights -1.5 (+180) | Islanders +1.5 (-215)
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Vegas will win straight-up is 59%.

Vegas vs New York Stats

Vegas Golden Knights

The Vegas Golden Knights experienced losses to Dallas, Columbus, and New York after their win over Florida, resulting in a tie with Edmonton for first place in the Pacific Division. Despite their recent struggles, Vegas averages 3.32 goals per game and has strong offensive contributors in Jack Eichel, Mark Stone, and Shea Theodore. Defensively, they give up 2.77 goals per game, ranking ninth in the league. Adin Hill has played well in net, with a 2.69 GAA and .900 save percentage. In terms of power rankings, Vegas is ranked 4 in offense, 9 in defense, and has a record of 31-16-6 this season. They will look to bounce back from their recent losses and secure a win against the Islanders on Tuesday.

New York Islanders Analysis

The New York Islanders had their seven-game winning streak snapped by the Panthers in their last game. Despite averaging 2.73 goals per game, they scored three goals on 34 shots in the loss. Anders Lee leads the team with 39 points, followed by Bo Horvat with 39 points and Kyle Palmieri with 34 points. Defensively, the Islanders give up 2.89 goals per game, ranking 12th in the league. They will need to improve after giving up six goals in their last game. Scott Mayfield and Mathew Barzal are questionable for the upcoming game. The Islanders have a power ranking of 28 and are ranked 25th for offense and 11th for defense, with an overall record of 24-21-7. Vegas has gone 1-2-0 in their last three matchups against New York.

New York Islanders' Offensive Prowess Gives Them Edge Over Struggling Vegas Golden Knights

The New York Islanders have demonstrated strong offensive capabilities, winning seven of their last eight games and scoring 11 goals in their most recent three home games. Although their special teams performance has room for improvement, with a 12 percent conversion rate on power play opportunities, they maintain an advantage over the struggling Vegas Golden Knights. Vegas, on the other hand, has lost six of their last eight games and has struggled defensively, allowing 10 goals in their recent three games. With a 22nd ranking in penalty kills, they are likely to face challenges in containing the Islanders' offense. In contrast, the Islanders have only given up five goals in their last three home games and are expected to limit Vegas' offensive opportunities. Considering these factors, it is advisable to favor the New York Islanders on the money line in this matchup.

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