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Detroit Red Wings vs. New York Islanders: Preview, Predictions and Picks for October 22, 2024

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Oct 22, 2024 9:12 AM
The Detroit Red Wings, fresh off Andrew Copp's impressive 2-goal performance, travel to Elmont, New York to face the New York Islanders on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at 7:45 PM at the UBS Arena. The Islanders, who currently hold a 2-1-2 record and 6 points, will aim to capitalize on their strong home record, where they remain undefeated with a 1-0-1 mark. The Red Wings, seeking to improve their 2-3-0 overall record, will look to build momentum on the road, where they've managed a 1-1-0 record so far this season.
Detroit Red Wings
New York Islanders

Red Wings vs Islanders statistics

Stat Red Wings Islanders
Goals For per Game 2.80 2.60
Goals Against per Game 3.40 2.80
Shots per Game 28.2 33.6
Shots Against per Game 34.2 28.2
Power Play Goals 3 2
Power Play Goals Against 6 3
Short Handed Goals 0 2
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 38 20
Power Play Percentage 15.8 12.5
Penalty Kill Percentage 62.5 62.5

New York Islanders recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
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
10/12/24 @ Dallas Stars L 3-0
10/10/24 vs Utah Hockey Club L 5-4 OT

Detroit Red Wings recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/19/24 @ Nashville Predators W 5-2
10/17/24 vs New York Rangers L 5-2
10/14/24 @ New York Rangers L 4-1
10/12/24 vs Nashville Predators W 3-0
10/10/24 vs Pittsburgh Penguins L 6-3

Red Wings vs Islanders predictions

As the Detroit Red Wings gear up to face the New York Islanders, all eyes are likely to be on Dylan Larkin, who's been leading the charge with a solid performance. With three goals under his belt this early in the season, Larkin is showing no signs of slowing down, and his ability to convert opportunities into points could be a game-changer in New York. Additionally, Lucas Raymond's knack for setting up plays, leading his team with four assists, hints that we might see some crafty maneuvers and well-executed passes on the ice. This duo’s synergy could very well be the spark Detroit needs to tilt the scales in their favor in the upcoming match.

On the flip side, the New York Islanders have some firepower of their own, especially in players like Bo Horvat and Noah Dobson. Horvat, netting two goals so far, has a knack for finding himself in the right place at the right time, which might just prove pivotal against the Red Wings. Meanwhile, Dobson’s capacity to assist and contribute significantly to the team's total points mirrors an underlying versatility in his gameplay, making him a player to watch in this encounter. The Islanders could leverage this dynamic duo’s capabilities to maintain pressure and control the tempo against Detroit.

Taking into account the momentum from recent games and the individual contributions of key players, the New York Islanders appear to have a slight edge, particularly with their performance on home ice. However, hockey is full of surprises, and the Detroit Red Wings have shown they're no pushovers, especially with Larkin and Raymond in form. Nonetheless, if I had to pick a side, I’d lean towards a tight victory for the Islanders, courtesy of their well-rounded team dynamics and strategic depth.

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

Detroit Red Wings injuries

  • Tyler Motte (C): Day-To-Day
  • Andrew Copp (C): Day-To-Day
  • Jeff Petry (D): Day-To-Day
  • Vladimir Tarasenko (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Christian Fischer (RW): Day-To-Day

Red Wings vs Islanders game info

Venue UBS Arena
Location Elmont, NY
Puck drop Tue 7:45 PM

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