"In 25 games this season, the Islanders and their opponent have combined for more than 6 goals. The Rangers' games this season have finished with more than 6 goals 24 of 53 times. These two teams score a combined 5.5 goals per game, 0.5 fewer than this game's over/under. Opponents of these teams combine to average 5.8 goals per game, 0.2 fewer than this game'sgame's total."
"The Islanders offense's 146 total goals (2.8 per game) rank 23rd in the league. On defense, the Islanders have been one of the best units in NHL play, giving up 141 goals to rank fourth. They're ranked 14th in the league with a +5 goal differential . The Islanders connect on 10.2% of their shots, ranking 25th in the NHL."
An NHL game will pit the New York Islanders (28-19-5) against the New York Rangers (22-25-6) at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+. The Islanders are -150 favorites on the moneyline while the Rangers are +125 underdogs. Season scoring trends show 25 Islanders games exceeded six goals, and 24 of 53 Rangers games exceeded six goals. The teams average 5.5 combined goals per game while opponents average 5.8. The Islanders have a 146-goal offense (2.8 per game) and a strong defense allowing 141 goals. The Rangers have 141 goals for and have allowed 165, producing a -24 differential.
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