For a value bet, head to the Moneyline where you can back the Penguins to beat the Islanders. Our prediction is currently on offer at attractive odds of -114.
New York Islanders have lost back-to-back on the road. In their previous game, it was a 4-2 home win over Florida Panthers at UBS Arena. Simon Holmstroem found the net along with three other players.
Pittsburgh Penguins have enjoyed four straight wins, most recently beating New Jersey Devils 7-3. It was a home success at PPG PAINTS Arena. Philip Tomasino had 2 points, featuring 1 goal and 1 assist.
The scoreline was 3-2 in favor of the Penguins when they last played the Islanders, with the encounter taking place at PPG PAINTS Arena. The past 10 H2H games have seen the Islanders land seven wins.
5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.4 goals from 29.5 shots on goal, with a 11.4% powerplay efficiency. The Islanders have been giving up 3.0 goals from 30.0 shots, averaging 2.5 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 76.0%.
Jean-Gabriel Pageau is the top points scorer with 8 points, 2 goals and 6 assists, with Brock Nelson recording 7 points, 3 goals and 4 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Ilya Sorokin have a 2.78 goal against average with a .909 save percentage.
The Penguins have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.2 goals from 25.5 shots on goal, with a 20.8% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.6 goals from 31.5 shots, averaging 2.7 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 66.7%.
The top points scorer is Sidney Crosby with 13 points, 5 goals and 8 assists, while Rickard Rakell is next best after registering 10 points, 6 goals and 4 assists. Goalie Alex Nedeljkovic have a 3.87 GAA with a .866 SV%.
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The road team look opposable on the Moneyline, so we’re going to make Pittsburgh Penguins our pick for this NHL clash. You can currently get -114 for this prediction which looks good value.
If you’re looking for greater odds, Pittsburgh can be backed at a bigger price on the Puck Line. For more juice, also consider the Match Winner & Total Goals and Winning Margin lines.
The sportsbooks imply that our pick has a 53.2% prospect of winning. However, our analysts think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. It is the reason why we are recommending this hockey wager.
Anders Lee (Islanders) has fired Over 2.5 shots on goal in 3 straight games on the road. We’re expecting history to repeat itself and for him to cover the Shots on Goal line at odds of +115.
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Our same game parlay pick is the Penguins on the moneyline, Rickard Rakell (Penguins) to find the net and Anders Lee (Islanders) to have Over 2.5 shots.
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The Penguins are available at +1700 to secure a 5-2 victory. Many bettors enjoy a correct score wager and there are some nice potential returns to be had.
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There are betting odds of -104 that Pittsburgh Penguins land victory, with New York Islanders alternatively at -115. If you want to know the probability of the road team winning this game, it’s 53% according to the most popular sportsbooks.
The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is 5.5. There is no denying the popularity of wagering on Totals. If you’re keen on Over 5.5, this selection is available at -128.
Wagering on Race to 3 Goals allows bettors to back favorites Penguins at +130. If you’re not sure that either team can make that total, there’s the chance to secure odds of +350.
You can find hundreds of game lines and team props for every National Hockey League clash, with the betting sites creating lots of different options. Check out the pre-game and in-game selections before placing your bets.
Those interested in Sidney Crosby to light the lamp at anytime are able to get +160. There is the chance to back the favorite to score the first goal at odds of +900.
There are always opportunities to enjoy NHL micro betting. It’s generally the case that you will find team and player props in-game and bettors can use their insight to wager on outcomes such as the Next Goal or Next Goalscorer.
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