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Florida Panthers vs. New York Islanders: Preview, Predictions and Picks for October 26, 2024

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Oct 26, 2024 9:13 AM
The Florida Panthers, sitting atop the Atlantic Division with an 5-3-1 record, travel to the UBS Arena to face off against the New York Islanders on Saturday, October 26th at 7:30 PM. The Islanders, looking to build momentum, will aim to capitalize on their home ice advantage, where they hold a 1-1-1 record. In a highly anticipated matchup, these two Eastern Conference contenders will clash in what promises to be an electric contest.
Florida Panthers
New York Islanders

Panthers vs Islanders statistics

Stat Panthers Islanders
Goals For per Game 3.00 2.43
Goals Against per Game 3.33 2.57
Shots per Game 30.1 32.6
Shots Against per Game 28.6 26.7
Power Play Goals 4 3
Power Play Goals Against 3 3
Short Handed Goals 2 2
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 77 31
Power Play Percentage 17.4 13.0
Penalty Kill Percentage 88.0 72.7

New York Islanders recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/25/24 @ New Jersey Devils W 4-3 OT
10/22/24 vs Detroit Red Wings L 1-0
10/19/24 vs Montreal Canadiens W 4-3 SO
10/17/24 @ St. Louis Blues L 1-0 OT
10/14/24 @ Colorado Avalanche W 6-2

Florida Panthers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/24/24 @ New York Rangers W 3-1
10/22/24 vs Minnesota Wild L 5-1
10/19/24 vs Vegas Golden Knights W 4-3 OT
10/17/24 vs Vancouver Canucks L 3-2 OT
10/15/24 @ Columbus Blue Jackets W 4-3

Panthers vs Islanders predictions

As the Florida Panthers lace up to face the New York Islanders, there’s a good chance we'll see some big plays from key players. Sam Reinhart has already laid down a solid track this season with 8 assists and a total of 13 points, showcasing his knack for setting up crucial goals. Meanwhile, Sam Bennett isn’t lagging behind with 6 goals himself. These two are likely to be the catalysts for the Panthers, especially if they can exploit any gaps in the Islanders' defense. Their synergy on ice could really tilt the game in Florida’s favor.

Switching gears to the Islanders, Kyle Palmieri is someone to keep an eye on. With 3 goals and a total of 5 points so far, Palmieri has been a pivotal figure and will be vital in giving the Islanders a competitive edge. On the defensive end, Noah Dobson, leading with 5 assists, could play a crucial role in both setting up offensive opportunities and keeping the Panthers' attacks at bay. The performance of these players will be critical if the Islanders hope to contend with the Panthers' offensive strength.

Now, predicting the winner isn't straightforward, as both teams have showcased considerable talent and drive. However, based on current dynamics and the depth of play from the Panthers, they may have a slight edge over the Islanders in this matchup. Of course, hockey is full of surprises, and the Islanders have the capability to pull through, especially with the home advantage at the UBS Arena. But if Bennett and Reinhart fire on all cylinders, the Panthers might just skate to victory this time around. What do you think? Could we be in for an upset, or will the season's stats hold true?

New York Islanders injuries

  • Anthony Duclair (LW): Out
  • Hudson Fasching (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Ilya Sorokin (G): Day-To-Day
  • Ryan Pulock (D): Day-To-Day
  • Maxim Tsyplakov (RW): Day-To-Day

Florida Panthers injuries

  • Jonah Gadjovich (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Matthew Tkachuk (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Tomas Nosek (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Aleksander Barkov (C): Out
  • Adam Boqvist (D): Day-To-Day

Panthers vs Islanders game info

Venue UBS Arena
Location Elmont, NY
Puck drop Sat 7:30 PM

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