Penguins vs. Islanders: NHL Betting Odds, Picks & Predictions (Tuesday)

The NHL returns after a three-day hiatus. We’re set for a 12-game slate tonight, with a few marquee matchups leading the way. The Capitals take on the Rangers, the Wild square off against the Jets, and the Oilers and Flames face off in another edition of the Battle of Alberta. Let’s dive into my top three bets on the ice tonight. And here’s a closer look at Penguins vs. Islanders.

Odds courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook

Penguins vs. Islanders : NHL Betting Odds, Picks & Predictions (Tuesday)

The Penguins went into the break, winning eight of their final ten games, and that effort catapulted them into third place in the Metropolitan Division. Tonight they make the short trip to Long Island to take on an Islanders team that’s a pedestrian 4-4-2 over their last 10 games. Puck drop is set for 7:00 p.m. ET from UBS Arena.

I’ll back the hotter team in this one and go with the Penguins on the moneyline. They’ve collected points in 10 of their last 11 games and are 13-2-2 over their previous 17 contests. As for this game, the edge comes in the special teams’ department. The Pens bring in the 13th-ranked power play unit, cashing on 23.21% of their man-advantage opportunities. The Isles are 25th, netting 18.87% of their power play chances. On the penalty kill, Pittsburgh boasts the top-ranked PK (84.67%), while New York is sixth (81.65%). 

Both of these teams are sound defensively, but the Penguins are much better in the offensive zone. Look for Pittsburgh to do enough to collect the two points tonight in what will likely be a low-scoring affair. 

Bet: Pittsburgh Penguins ML (-135 via DraftKings)

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