New York Islanders vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction 3-19-24 Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Hurricanes vs Islanders betting prediction for this NHL showdown on Tuesday, March 19th at the UBS Arena. We will take a look at: 

-The Carolina Hurricanes recent form and recent player performance

-The New York Islanders recent form and recent player performance

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Hurricanes and Islanders.

Hurricanes Have Won Three Games in a Row

The Hurricanes are playing really well heading into this game and they have three games in a row. In the last game against the Ottawa Senators, the Hurricanes were able to secure the 7-2 victory. Dmitry Orov is having a strong season, scoring two goals and adding two assists. The Hurricanes are averaging 3.38 goals while their defense is giving up 2.67 goals per game. The offense is ranked 7th in the league while the defense is ranked 4th. Sebastian Aho has scored 27 goals and added 47 assists so far this season. 

Islanders are Struggling

The Islanders are suddenly struggling, and they have lost four games in a row. In the last game against the New York Rangers, the Islanders scored two goals, but the defense gave up five goals and that led to the defeat. The Islanders are averaging 3.0 goals while their defense is giving up 3.25 goals per game. The offense is ranked 20th in the league, while the defense is ranked 22nd. Matthew Barzal is having a strong season, scoring 20 goals and adding 49 assists. 

New York Islanders Team Facts

• The road team has won each of the last six games between the Hurricanes and Islanders.
• The Islanders have covered the puck line in each of their last 11 games as underdogs against opponents on a winning streak.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 2′ market has hit in each of the Islanders’ last 13 home games against opponents on a winning streak.
• The Islanders have lost the third period in seven of their last eight games as underdogs against Metropolitan Division opponents.

Carolina Hurricanes Team Facts

• The Hurricanes have won seven of their last eight games against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The Hurricanes have covered the puck line in each of their last five night games following a road win.
• The Hurricanes have won the second period in each of their last seven games following a road win.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Hurricanes’ last seven games following a road win.

Hurricanes vs Islanders Betting Prediction 

The Hurricanes have won three games in a row, and they should have a ton of confidence heading into this game. The Islanders are giving up 3.25 goals per game and they are going to struggle to defend in this game. The Hurricanes are averaging 3.38 goals and this game is going to get out of control early. This is going to a be very comfortable victory by the Islanders. Back the Islanders.