NHL Odds: Islanders-Rangers prediction, odds and pick

The New York Islanders and the New Yorkers are playing each other in a hockey game. The Islanders are on a winning streak and have an overall record of 8-5-0. Rangers have a record 8th and a back-to-back defeat at the hands of the Bruins and Red Wings.

The Islanders beat the Flames 4-3 in overtime. They are 6-1-0 since the win. The Islanders are struggling with their special teams. They beat Rangers 3- 0 on Oct. 26th. New York is only converting 15% of their power play opportunities. This is the sixth-lowest percentage in the entire NHL.

The Rangers are in a two-game slump. They have a 4-10-1 record against their rivals the Islanders. The Rangers have won just 1-6 inside MSG. In their last five games, the score has been tied going into the third. It will be important for the Rangers to finish games. Goalkeeper Igor Shesterkin will need to be at his best to prevent goals.

Islanders and Rangers are playing a game that is expected to be physical. The Islanders have been playing better recently and they should cover the +1.5 goal spread.