- The Islanders are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Predators
- Predators vs. Islanders Total (Over/Under): 5.5 goals
- TV Channel: FDSO | MSGS
The Nashville Predators (24-23) visit UBS Arena to take on the New York Islanders (30-19) on Jan. 31 in Elmont, NY. The puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 pm.
The Islanders are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+190).
The Predators vs. Islanders Over/Under is 5.5 total goals.
Predators vs. Islanders Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
| Spread (Puck line) | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Predators | +1.5 -235 | 5.5 +100 | +105 |
| Islanders | -1.5 +190 | 5.5 -120 | -120 |
Predators vs Islanders Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Islanders will win this game with 61.5% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
Predators vs Islanders Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Predators will cover the spread with 53.5% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performance for both teams, opening and current betting lines, plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
NHL Odds at the BetMGM Sportsbook
Predators Best Bets & Trends
- The Nashville Predators have covered the 3P Puck Line in 16 of their last 20 away games (+10.95 Units / 36% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 3P Moneyline in 8 of their last 20 away games (+7.85 Units / 37% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the 2P Game Total Under in 9 of their last 15 away games (+7.60 Units / 44% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have covered the 2P Puck Line in 16 of their last 25 games (+5.30 Units / 13% ROI)
- The Nashville Predators have hit the Moneyline in 14 of their last 25 games (+4.85 Units / 17% ROI)
Islanders Best Bets & Trends
- The New York Islanders have hit the 2P Game Total Over in 10 of their last 15 games (+9.00 Units / 45% ROI)
- The New York Islanders have hit the 3P Game Total Under in 13 of their last 20 games (+8.30 Units / 39% ROI)
- The New York Islanders have hit the Moneyline in 10 of their last 13 games at home (+7.45 Units / 52% ROI)
- The New York Islanders have covered the Puck Line in 10 of their last 13 games at home (+6.40 Units / 25% ROI)
- The New York Islanders have covered the 1P Puck Line in 5 of their last 6 games at home (+4.50 Units / 41% ROI)
Predators Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Predators are 27-26 against the spread this NHL season (-7.2 Units / -8.09% ROI).
- Predators are 24-29 when betting on the Moneyline for -2 Units /-3.48% ROI
- Predators are 27-25 when betting the Over for -0.8 Units / -1.35% ROI
- Predators are 25-27 when betting the Under for -4.3 Units /-7.45% ROI
Islanders Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Islanders are 29-25 against the spread this NHL season (-3.85 Units /-4.22% ROI).
- Islanders are 30-24 when betting on the Moneyline for +7.75 Units / 12.4% ROI
- Islanders are 23-29 when betting the Over for -8.55 Units / -14.33% ROI
- Islanders are 29-23 when betting the Under for +4.25 Units / 7.1% ROI
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions for for Islanders vs Predators
| Player Name | Odds to Score a Goal |
|---|---|
| Bo Horvat (NYI) | +195 |
| Filip Forsberg (NAS) | +195 |
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | +210 |
| Mathew Barzal (NYI) | +225 |
| Ryan O'Reilly (NAS) | +270 |
| Anthony Duclair (NYI) | +290 |
Points Per Game Predictions for Islanders vs Predators
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Anthony Duclair (NYI) | 0.5 +120 | 0.5 -160 |
| Bo Horvat (NYI) | 0.5 -185 | 0.5 +135 |
| Ryan Pulock (NYI) | 0.5 +180 | 0.5 -250 |
| Mathew Barzal (NYI) | 0.5 -200 | 0.5 +150 |
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | 0.5 -135 | 0.5 +100 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Islanders vs Predators
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Bo Horvat (NYI) | 2.5 -145 | 2.5 +105 |
| Mathew Barzal (NYI) | 2.5 +145 | 2.5 -200 |
| Steven Stamkos (NAS) | 2.5 +140 | 2.5 -190 |
| Jonathan Marchessault (NAS) | 1.5 -165 | 1.5 +120 |
| Anders Lee (NYI) | 2.5 +125 | 2.5 -165 |
Predators: Keys to the Game vs. Islanders
The Predators were 29-52 (.358) last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 24-28 (.462) this season — tied for 9th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 100-115 (.465) since the start of the 2023-24 season — 10th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators are 10-2 (.833) when tied after the second period this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
Islanders: Keys to the Game vs. Predators
The Islanders were 34-46 (.425) last season — tied for 7th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Islanders are 30-23 (.566) this season — 8th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Islanders are 10-1 (.909) when allowing 35 or more shots on goal this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .501
The Islanders were 4-10 (.286) when tied after the second period last season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
Predators Offensive Stats & Trends
The Predators were 29-52 (.358) last season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Predators have 7 rush chances in 4v4 situations this month — most among NHL Teams
The Predators scored on 6% of cycle chances in 5v5 situations last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 8%
The Predators scored on 7% of cycle chances while tied last season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 10%
Islanders Offensive Stats & Trends
The Islanders have 0.2 rush chances per game on the power play since the start of the 2024-25 season — tied for lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.3
The Islanders had 0.3 points per game while shorthanded last season — tied for 2nd best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.2
The Islanders scored on 15% of rush chances in the second period last season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 10%
The Islanders have 5 cycle chances in 4v4 situations this month — tied for most among NHL Teams
Predators Defensive Stats & Trends
The Predators have allowed 5 second chance scoring opportunities in 4v4 situations this season — tied for most among NHL Teams
The Predators allowed 5 forecheck chances in 4v4 situations last season — 2nd most among NHL Teams
The Predators have allowed 0.0 goals per game while their opponent is shorthanded since the start of the 2024-25 season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.1
The Predators have a .698 save percentage in overtime since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .816
Islanders Defensive Stats & Trends
The Islanders have 113.5 goals saved above expected since the start of the 2023-24 season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 36.6
The Islanders have a .846 slot save percentage since the start of the 2023-24 season — 2nd best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .829
The Islanders have allowed opponents to score on 11% of second chance opportunities since the start of the 2023-24 season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 17%
The Islanders have allowed opponents to score on 5% of cycle chances this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 9%
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