The in-form New York Islanders will take on the Detroit Red Wings, who are coming off a win in their last game. The Red Wings will host the encounter at the Little Caesars Arena on Saturday (November 5).
Both teams are part of the Eastern Conference (Metropolitan and Atlantic) divisions. The Islanders are currently third, whereas the Red Wings find themselves in fifth. It will be an interesting contest to find out which team's winning streak will end.
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New York Islanders vs. Detroit Red Wings: Betting Odds
The New York Islanders failed to qualify for the playoffs last season when they finished fifth with an overall record of 37-35. But this season, they look a lot better as a team and have been playing accordingly. They have seven wins and four losses to their name so far in 11 games.
The team opened its campaign with a loss against the Florida Panthers (3-1). They totally annihilated the Anaheim Ducks in Game 2, beating them 7-1, followed by a win against the San Jose Sharks (5-2). In Game 4 when they faced their second defeat at the hands of the New Jersey Devils (4-1).
The Tampa Bay Lightning proved to be too strong for New York as well, followed by their second loss of the season to the Florida Panthers (3-2). Since then, they have been on a five-game winning streak and look solid at present.
The Detroit Red Wings have notable wins against the Minnesota Wild (2-1) and the Washington Capitals (3-1). They will look to have a decent run of games and a win against the Islanders will be a big boost for them.
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New York Islanders vs. Detroit Red Wings: Match Details
Fixture: New York Islanders @ Detroit Red Wings
Date & Time: Saturday, November 5, 01:00 p.m EDT
Venue: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, Michigan
New York Islanders vs. Detroit Red Wings: Pick
Brock Nelson is having a terrific season for the Islanders with 5 goals, 8 assists, and a plus-minus of +5 in 11 games.
He has fared well against the Red Wings too, scoring 12 goals and 8 assists in his career. There is a great chance of him performing today as well, to continue his decent form even further.
Pick: Brock Nelson Total Shots On Goal Over 2.5 (-125)
Islanders vs. Wings: Prediction
The New York Islanders have a big 7-3 advantage over the Detroit Red Wings in their last 10 encounters. However, they have lost two out of the last three games played between them.
But, since New York is having a better season compared to the Red Wings, they are still favorites to win the game, even if they are playing away.
Prediction: Islanders -1.5 (+195)
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