Away Team
Record 9-2-2
Last 5 3-2 last five
ATS 8-5-0 ATS
Road 5-0-0 road
Standings
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Schedule
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Start Time 2:10 PM EST
Date 31, 2026
Venue UBS Arena
Where To Watch MSG Sportsnet
Where To Stream MSG+ on DAZN
Season Series Season series tied 0-0.

Edmonton brings a perfect road record and the NHL scoring leader into Elmont, but New York has dominated this building matchup. A power-play collision and injury questions frame a tight moneyline decision.

Home Team
Record 7-4-2
Last 5 3-2 last five
ATS 8-5-0 ATS
Home 4-1-1 home
Analysis Updated: 5:05 AM ET
Injuries Checked: 5:05 AM ET
Odds Updated: 6:19 AM ET

Betting Snapshot

Spread
NYI +1.5
Open: NYI +1.5
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Moneyline
NYI +114
Open: NYI +114
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Total
6.5
Open: 6.5
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Best Free Prop Pick

FREE PROP
Bo Horvat Over 2.5 Shots on Goal
Connor McDavid Under 3.5 shots aligns with his 2.5-shot season average. Connor McDavid Under 3.5 shots benefits from New York strong defensive results. Connor McDavid Under 3.5 shots reflects his playmaking-first role and 28 assists.

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Best Home Spread
FanDuel | NYI +1.5
Best Home Moneyline
BetOnline.ag | NYI +116
Best Over Line
BetMGM | 6
Best Away Spread
FanDuel | EDM -1.5
Best Away Moneyline
FanDuel | EDM -130
Best Under Line
FanDuel | 6.5
Updated 6:19 AM ET
Sportsbook Spread Moneyline Total
FanDuelEDM -1.5
NYI +1.5
EDM -130
NYI +108
O 6.5
U 6.5
DraftKingsEDM -1.5
NYI +1.5
EDM -135
NYI +114
O 6.5
U 6.5
BetMGMEDM -1.5
NYI +1.5
EDM -135
NYI +110
O 6
U 6
BetRiversEDM -1.5
NYI +1.5
EDM -137
NYI +115
O 6.5
U 6.5
FanaticsEDM -1.5
NYI +1.5
EDM -140
NYI +115
O 6.5
U 6.5
BovadaEDM -1.5
NYI +1.5
EDM -133
NYI +112
O 6
U 6
BetOnline.agEDM -1.5
NYI +1.5
EDM -132
NYI +116
O 6.5
U 6.5
LowVig.agEDM -1.5
NYI +1.5
EDM -132
NYI +116
O 6.5
U 6.5
MyBookie.agEDM -1.5
NYI +1.5
EDM -133
NYI +109
O 6
U 6
BetUSEDM -1.5
NYI +1.5
EDM -130
NYI +110
O 6.5
U 6.5
Caesars—EDM -134
NYI +114
O 6
U 6

Injury Report

Edmonton forward Zach Hyman was placed on injured reserve with a neck issue, removing an established finishing option from the lineup. Oilers goaltender Devon Levi is also on injured reserve, leaving Tristan Jarry as the key option in net with Matt Tomkins recalled. For New York, defenseman Ryan Pulock exited the Minnesota game with an upper-body injury after only two shifts; his game status bears monitoring. The Islanders also placed forwards Matias Maccelli and Calum Ritchie on injured reserve earlier in the week.

Key Players

Edmonton
Connor McDavid
McDavid has 36 points and a record-setting 13-game season-opening assist streak.
New York
Matthew Schaefer
Schaefer posted two goals and an assist against Minnesota, including the overtime winner.

Key Matchup Edge

Edmonton leads the NHL with a 35.7 percent power-play conversion rate, while New York owns an 86.4 percent penalty kill. That strength-against-strength battle could swing both the result and the total. The Islanders home head-to-head success offsets Edmonton perfect 5-0 road start, keeping the favorite from looking automatic.

3 Things to Watch

  • McDavid playmaking against the Islanders penalty kill
  • Pulock availability on the New York blue line
  • Goaltending response in an early afternoon start

Betting Breakdown

Edmonton enters Saturday at 9-2-2, with a perfect 5-0 road mark and a dynamic top end spearheaded by Connor McDavid. His 36 points and 28 assists through 13 games place enormous pressure on opposing coverage, while Leon Draisaitl has 24 points and Evan Bouchard supplies 22 from the blue line. The Oilers power play converts at 35.7 percent, a major consideration against New York fifth-ranked penalty kill at 86.4 percent. The Islanders counter with a 7-4-2 record, a 4-1-1 home mark, and momentum after consecutive 4-3 wins over Nashville and Minnesota. Rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer delivered three points against the Wild, including the overtime winner. History is an obstacle for Edmonton: New York swept last season series and has been especially difficult at home in this matchup. Oddsmakers make the visitors modest moneyline favorites around -135, while the 6.5-goal total asks bettors to balance star-driven scoring against New York defensive structure. Hyman absence and Pulock uncertain status could further reshape the matchup.

Edmonton Betting Outlook

The Oilers won nine of their first 13 games and opened 5-0 away from Rogers Place, making the road moneyline a credible starting point. Connor McDavid has eight goals and 28 assists, and Leon Draisaitl has 12 goals and 12 assists. Bouchard adds another scoring layer from defense and quarterbacks an elite power play. Edmonton rebounded from setbacks against Toronto and Detroit with a 4-0 shutout of Calgary, aided by 24 saves from Tristan Jarry. Hyman injured-reserve stint reduces a familiar net-front scoring option, and Levi absence narrows goaltending depth. The price demands respect for New York home form and recent series control.

New York Betting Outlook

New York has taken points in seven of its last eight games, going 5-1-2 in that stretch. The Islanders enter at 4-1-1 on home ice and have won their last two, including an overtime comeback victory against Minnesota. Matthew Schaefer has eight points across a six-game point streak, giving the Islanders a dangerous offensive dimension from defense. The penalty kill has been the clearest matchup weapon, operating at 86.4 percent, fifth best in the NHL. Pulock upper-body injury could thin an important defensive pairing and increase demands on the remaining blue liners. New York past home success against Edmonton supports an underdog case, but containing McDavid remains the defining assignment.

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Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders FAQ

What is the current spread for Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders?

The current home spread is NYI +1.5, while the away spread is EDM -1.5.

How far has the spread moved for Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders?

The spread opened at NYI +1.5 and is now NYI +1.5.

What is the current moneyline for Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders?

The current moneyline is EDM -135 / NYI +114.

How far has the moneyline moved for Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders?

The moneyline opened at EDM -135 / NYI +114 and is now EDM -135 / NYI +114.

What is the current total for Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders?

The current total is 6.5.

How far has the total moved for Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders?

The total opened at 6.5 and is now 6.5.

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What is the best free prop bet for Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders?

Bo Horvat Over 2.5 Shots on Goal

What is the biggest matchup edge for Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders?

Edmonton leads the NHL with a 35.7 percent power-play conversion rate, while New York owns an 86.4 percent penalty kill. That strength-against-strength battle could swing both the result and the total. The Islanders home head-to-head success offsets Edmonton perfect 5-0 road start, keeping the favorite from looking automatic.

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Matchup Edmonton Oilers vs. New York Islanders
Game Date 31, 2026
Venue UBS Arena
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23-28 45.1% WIN
GAME
LEAN
WIN %
UNITS
RESULT
CAR@LV
CARTER HART OVER 2.5 GOALS ALLOWED
52.8%
2
WIN
LV@CAR
JALEN CHATFIELD UNDER 1.5 SHOTS ON GOAL
53.4%
3
WIN
CAR@LV
JEREMY LAUZON OVER 1.5 BLOCKS
52.6%
2
LOSS
LV@CAR
CARTER HART UNDER 3.5 GOALS ALLOWED
53.2%
3
LOSS
LV@CAR
RASMUS ANDERSSON UNDER 1.5 SHOTS ON GOAL
54.2%
4
LOSS
MON@CAR
LANE HUTSON UNDER 0.5 ASSTS
54.1%
4
LOSS
CAR@MON
FREDERIK ANDERSEN UNDER 20.5 SAVES
53.4%
3
WIN
CAR@MON
FREDRICK ANDERSON UNDER 20.5 SAVES
54.2%
4
WIN
CAR@MON
COLE CAUFIELD UNDER 2.5 SHOTS ON GOAL
53.8%
3
WIN
MON@CAR
MON +171
52.7%
3
WIN
MON@CAR
JAKUB DOBES UNDER 3.5 GOALS ALLOWED
54.0%
3
WIN
BUF@MON
ALEX NEWHOOK OVER 1.5 SHOTS ON GOAL
53.7%
3
WIN
LV@ANA
PAVEL MINTYUKOV OVER 1.5 BLOCKS
53.2%
3
WIN
BUF@MON
NICK SUZUKI UNDER 0.5 ASST
53.2%
3
WIN
BUF@MON
COLE CAUFIELD UNDER 0.5 POINTS
53.2%
3
LOSS
COL@MIN
SCOTT WEDGEWOOD OVER 25.5 SAVES
53.8%
3
LOSS
ANA@LV
RASMUS ANDERSSON OVER 1.5 BLOCKS
54.6%
4
LOSS
DET@BUF
OVER 6
54.5%
3
WIN
OTT@DET
OVER 5.5
54.4%
4
LOSS
CAR@CLB
CAR -135
60.9%
4
LOSS
LA@NYR
LA -115
53.7%
3
WIN
FLA@CHI
OVER 5.5
57.1%
3
WIN
CLB@PIT
PIT -120
54.7%
3
LOSS
MIN@BUF
BUF -120
55.6%
4
LOSS
NSH@COL
UNDER 6.5
53.8%
3
LOSS
CGY@CHI
CHI -118
54.8%
3
LOSS
DAL@ANA
DAL -116
54.0%
3
LOSS
FLA@BUF
BUF -115
55.8%
4
LOSS
NJ@WPG
WPG -122
55.5%
4
WIN
NSH@CGY
CGY -118
57.5%
4
LOSS
BUF@CLB
BUF -108
59.7%
4
LOSS
WPG@TOR
TOR -133
58.8%
4
WIN
WAS@FLA
FLA -118
56.6%
3
WIN
MIN@WPG
MIN -113
55.1%
4
WIN
PHI@CHI
PHI -125
56.1%
4
WIN
DAL@DET
DAL -125
58.0%
6
LOSS
ANA@CLB
ZACH WERENSKI OVER 1.5 BLOCKS
54.4%
4
LOSS
NSH@STL
NSH -105
53.3%
3
WIN
OTT@WPG
OVER 5.5
54.0%
3
LOSS
TB@NYI
TB -130
60.9%
6
LOSS
MIN@CGY
MIN -115
56.5%
6
LOSS
PIT@TB
UNDER 6.5
54.8%
3
LOSS
TOR@FLA
OVER 6
53.8%
3
PUSH
MON@LV
OVER 6
54.4%
4
LOSS
PHI@FLA
SAM BENNETT UNDER 2.5 SHOTS ON GOAL
54.1%
4
LOSS
BOS@NYI
MATHEW BARZAL OVER 0.5 ASSTS
54.4%
4
LOSS
CLB@WAS
OVER 6.5
54.2%
3
LOSS
CLB@DET
DET -135
67.0%
6
WIN
STL@PHI
UNDER 5.5
54.6%
4
WIN
CAR@MIN
OVER 6
56.4%
4
WIN
PHI@STL
JORDAN BINNINGTON UNDER 22.5 SAVES
54.4%
4
LOSS
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