The New York Islanders take on the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Scotiabank Arena this Saturday. The puck drop is scheduled to take place at 07:00 PM EST.
The Islanders (12-14-7) have only one win in their last four games. They are looking to climb from the bottom half of the table, while the Maple Leafs (21-10-2) continue their reign at the top of the Atlantic Division as they won their latest outing against the Buffalo Sabres comfortably.
New York Islanders vs Toronto Maple Leafs game info
- Date: Saturday, Dec. 21
- Time: 7 p.m. EST
- Venue: Scotiabank Arena in Toronto
- TV Broadcast: SN, CBC, SN1, MSGSN2
- Live Streaming US: ESPN+
- Live Streaming Canada: Sportsnet App, TVA App
- Live Streaming RoW: NHL.tv
New York Islanders game preview
The Islanders are in a sticky position right now as they sit at the bottom of the Metropolitan Division standings. The Islanders have three wins and three losses in their last six games as they continue to struggle for form this season. The Islanders are set to play two consecutive home games after this, as they hope to regain form.
New York Islanders injuries
Semyon Varlamov is currently sidelined for the Islanders due to their ongoing injury concerns.
Toronto Maple Leafs game preview
The Maple Leafs look as confident as ever as they continue to maintain their top spot over the Florida Panthers. The Maple Leafs are now set to play two consecutive difficult home games before Christmas, as they hope to head into 2025 with a good lead at the top of the table.
Toronto Maple Leafs injuries
Anthony Stolarz and Jani Hakanpaa are currently sidelined for the Maple Leafs and are likely to return to the roster in the first quarter of 2025.
Islanders and Maple Leafs key players
Anders Lee and Kyle Palmieri have been pivotal for the Islanders so far this season as the pair have scored 49 points together since the start of the campaign.
Mitch Marner continues to lead the points tally for the side with 44 points but performances from William Nylander and Max Domi have helped them stay at the top of the Atlantic Division.