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New York Islanders vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Preview
New York Islanders (15-11-3) host the Vegas Golden Knights (20-6-4) on Tuesday night in Elmont. Vegas enters riding a four-game win streak, while the Islanders look to rebound from a tough loss to Florida after a strong stretch against elite opponents.
Line Movement and Odds
- New York Islanders Spread: +1.5
- Vegas Golden Knights Spread: -1.5
- Total: 6.0
Vegas opened as a slight road favorite, with totals set near 6 goals. Check the NHL Odds page for the latest market shifts.
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Matchup Breakdown
New York Islanders Outlook
The Islanders have faced a brutal schedule, defeating Tampa Bay twice and handing Colorado just its second regulation loss before falling to Florida. Goalie Ilya Sorokin was named NHL First Star of the Week after posting a 1.33 GAA and .960 save percentage in three wins. Jean-Gabriel Pageau could return from injury, while Bo Horvat leads the team with 29 points but has cooled off recently.
Vegas Golden Knights Outlook
Vegas rallied past the Rangers 3-2 in overtime Sunday, extending its win streak to four. Jack Eichel scored the game-winner and leads the team with 36 points, while Tomas Hertl tied the game late. The Golden Knights have lost just twice in regulation on the road and remain one point behind Anaheim in the Pacific Division. Their depth and resiliency have fueled consistent success.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
Sorokin’s hot goaltending against Vegas’ balanced attack is the critical battle. The Islanders must rely on defensive structure and Horvat’s scoring to keep pace, while Vegas looks to continue its clutch performances and capitalize on late-game opportunities.
Injuries / Availability
New York: Jean-Gabriel Pageau (upper body) probable.
Vegas: Full roster available.
Betting Trends
- Vegas has won four straight games.
- New York has earned six of eight possible points in its last four games.
- The Islanders won the first meeting 4-3 in overtime on Nov. 13.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Vegas 4, New York 2
- Pick: Vegas -1.5. The Golden Knights’ depth and momentum should carry them past the Islanders.
- Total: Under 6.0. Sorokin’s form and New York’s defensive focus could keep scoring modest.
Expect Vegas to extend its win streak to five, with Eichel and Hertl leading the offense against a gritty Islanders squad.
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