New York Rangers (34-16-3) vs. New York Islanders (22-18-13)
New York Rangers vs. New York Islanders 2/18/24 – The New York Rangers and the New York Islanders face off on Sunday, February 18th at MetLife Stadium. This Metropolitan division matchup features two teams trending in opposite directions. The Rangers have won 4 of their last 5 games, while the Islanders have dropped 3 of their last 5. NHL free parlay suggestions for this game lean towards the New York Rangers.
The Rangers offense is led by Artemi Panarin, who paces the team with 31 goals and 37 assists. His 68 points are best on the Rangers. Panarin forms a potent 1-2 punch with Chris Kreider, who has 24 goals and 24 assists. The Rangers average 3.22 goals per game, which ranks one of the best in the NHL. They’ll be facing an Islanders defense that is allowing 3.13 goals against per contest. If Panarin and Kreider play up to their standards, the Rangers should be able to put some pucks in the net.
The Islanders counter with an offense led by Mathew Barzal, who paces the team with 15 goals and 41 assists. His 56 points lead the Islanders, who average just 2.81 goals per game as a team, 20th in the league. Barzal will look to exploit a Rangers defense that is allowing 3.16 goals per game on the season. If he can spur the Islanders lagging offense, they could keep up on the scoreboard.
New York Rangers vs. New York Islanders 2/18/24 Game Info
| When: | Sunday, February 18, 2024, at 3:00 PM ET |
| Where: | MetLife Stadium |
| TV: | ABC |
| Stream: | NHL.TV |
Goaltender Igor Shesterkin vs. Goaltender Ilya Sorokin
In goal for the New York Rangers is Igor Shesterkin, who has compiled a 21-12-1 record with a 2.78 GAA this season. Shesterkin has seen plenty of pucks, facing over 30 shots in 10 of his last 15 starts. He’s allowed 3 or fewer goals in 4 straight appearances and brings a .902 save percentage into this matchup. Shesterkin should be poised to handle the Islanders mediocre offense. If he plays up to his abilities, he can lead the Rangers to victory on Sunday.
Between the pipes for the New York Islanders is Ilya Sorokin, who checks in with a 16-12-10 record, alongside a 3.04 GAA. Like Shesterkin, Sorokin has faced 30+ shots in 10 of his past 15 games and allowed 3 or fewer tallies in 4 straight. His .911 save percentage gives the Islanders a fighter’s chance to keep this game low scoring. But with the Rangers offensive firepower, Sorokin will need to be sharp to come away with a win.
NHL Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
As the betting odds for the game are yet to be determined, analyzing past performances and current trends becomes essential for making informed predictions. Both teams have displayed strong and weak points throughout the season that bettors should consider.
New York Rangers Betting Trends
The Rangers have excelled against the spread recently, covering in 3 of their last 5 contests. They also sport a strong 15-13 road ATS record this season. The over has hit in 3 of their last 5 outings. And in their last 25 home games, the over is 12-13. All signs point to another high scoring matchup on Sunday against the Islanders.
New York Islanders Betting Trends
For the Islanders, they have equaled the Rangers’ 3-2 ATS record over the last 5 games. Their road ATS record stands at 14-11 this season. The over is 15-13 in their last 28 home matchups, while hitting in just 2 of their previous 5 contests. The trends don’t indicate a clear cut over/under play, but the Islanders offense matching up against Shesterkin points toward another high scoring affair.
New York Rangers vs. New York Islanders 2/18/24 Betting Picks
Given its analysis and betting trends, this game promises to be intensely competitive. The Rangers feature a potent offense led by Panarin, Kreider and Zibanejad; their strong offensive performance pitted against Sorokin’s goaltending makes for an intriguing dynamic.
The Rangers might hold an edge with their offensive prowess and Shesterkin’s goaltending, making them the likely favorite in this matchup. But do not discount the Islanders’ resilience or tactical play – especially given Barzal and Dobson’s ability to create scoring opportunities.
Forecasting this game depends heavily on the Rangers’ ability to break through the Islanders defense and Shesterkin’s performance in goal. Expect a tightly contested match as both teams fight fiercely. Keep tabs on Handicapper top reviews for optimal betting decisions.
Free Pick and Prediction: New York Rangers 4, New York Islanders 3