Islanders vs Blues statistics
| Stat |
Islanders |
Blues |
| Goals For per Game |
3.33 |
3.00 |
| Goals Against per Game |
3.33 |
3.50 |
| Shots per Game |
33.0 |
28.8 |
| Shots Against per Game |
29.0 |
28.8 |
| Power Play Goals |
1 |
2 |
| Power Play Goals Against |
2 |
3 |
| Short Handed Goals |
2 |
0 |
| Short Handed Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
| Penalty Minutes |
14 |
29 |
| Power Play Percentage |
12.5 |
25.0 |
| Penalty Kill Percentage |
66.7 |
70.0 |
St. Louis Blues recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 10/15/24 |
vs Minnesota Wild |
L |
4-1 |
| 10/11/24 |
@ Vegas Golden Knights |
L |
4-3 |
| 10/10/24 |
@ San Jose Sharks |
W |
5-4 OT |
| 10/8/24 |
@ Seattle Kraken |
W |
3-2 |
| 10/5/24 |
vs Chicago Blackhawks |
L |
6-2 |
New York Islanders recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 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 |
| 10/4/24 |
vs New York Rangers |
W |
5-2 |
| 9/30/24 |
vs Philadelphia Flyers |
W |
4-3 |
Islanders vs Blues predictions
When the New York Islanders hit the ice against the St. Louis Blues, all eyes are likely to be on Brock Nelson. After dazzling with a two-goal performance in his last outing, expectations are high. Nelson’s knack for finding the back of the net, combined with Simon Holmstrom who’s been dishing out assists with precision, suggests the Islanders could have some explosive offensive moments in this matchup. Their chemistry is just starting to simmer this season, and this next game could very well see it boil over.
On the flip side, the St. Louis Blues have their own weapons primed for action. Pavel Buchnevich is leading the charge with three goals so far, and if his stick stays hot, he could cause some headaches for the Islanders' defensive lineup. Not to be overlooked, Jordan Kyrou, who has been an assist machine with four already, is another threat on the ice. His ability to set up plays and consistently contribute on the scoreboard makes him a player the Islanders must keep an eye on throughout the game.
Considering the momentum and the current shape of both teams, predicting a winner is no easy task. However, the New York Islanders seem to have a slight edge, especially with their road game stepping up. The synergy between Nelson and Holmstrom could just tip the scales in their favor. Nonetheless, the Blues won’t make it easy, and an upset wouldn't be out of the question, but my money’s on the Islanders to take this one, riding high on Nelson’s recent form. What’s your take? Who do you think will skate off the Enterprise Center ice with the win?
St. Louis Blues injuries
- Nick Leddy (D): Day-To-Day
- Oskar Sundqvist (C): Injured Reserve
- Alexandre Texier (C): Injured Reserve
- Torey Krug (D): Injured Reserve
- Brandon Saad (LW): Injured Reserve
New York Islanders injuries
- Hudson Fasching (RW): Day-To-Day
- Ilya Sorokin (G): Day-To-Day
- Ryan Pulock (D): Day-To-Day
- Maxim Tsyplakov (RW): Day-To-Day
Islanders vs Blues game info
| Venue |
Enterprise Center |
| Location |
Saint Louis, MO |
| Puck drop |
Thu 8:00 PM |
