In this article, we will formulate a Predators vs Islanders betting prediction for this NHL showdown on Saturday, April 6th at the UBS Arena. We will take a look at:
-The Nashville Predators 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 Predators and Islanders.
Islanders Coming off a Win
The Islanders in the last game faced off against the Columbus Blue Jackets, and they were able to secure the 4-2 victory. Mathew Barzal finished with two assists. The Islanders are averaging 2.96 goals, while their defense is giving up 3.25 goals per game. The offense is ranked 23rd in the league, while the defense is ranked 22nd. Barzal has been the top player, scoring 23 goals and adding 55 assists.
Predators Offense Coming Off Strong Game
The Predators in the last game faced off against the St. Louis Blues, and they looked good. The defense did give up three goals, but the offense scored six goals on the way to the victory. Filip Forsberg had a strong game, putting up two goals and adding one assist. The Predators are averaging 3.26 goals while theri defense is giving up 3.04 goals per game. The offense is ranked 12th in the league, while the defense is ranked 15th. Filip Forsberg has scored 43 goals and added 44 assists.
New York Islanders Team Facts
- The Islanders have won each of their last four games against Central Division opponents.
- The road team has covered the puck line in five of the Islanders’ last six games.
- The ‘Over 2.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in three of the Islanders’ last four games.
- The Islanders have lost the second period in six of their last eight night games against Central Division opponents.
Nashville Predators Team Facts
- The Predators have won each of their last 10 games against the Islanders.
- The Predators have covered the puck line in seven of their last eight games against the Islanders.
- The Predators have won the third period in each of their last four games against opponents on a winning streak.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Predators’ last eight night games against opponents on a winning streak.
Islanders vs Predators Betting Prediction
The Predators are going to find success here. The Islanders are averaging only 2.96 goals, and they are going to really struggle to get the offense going here. The Predators are averaging 3.26 goals, and they are going to score four or five goals here. The Islanders’ offense isn’t going to score more than a goal and that will be the difference here, as the Predators are going to get the job done. Back the Predators on the money line.