Vancouver (33-26-12) at NY Islanders (32-28-10)
- When: Mar 26 2025, 7:30 PM
- Where: UBS Arena, Belmont Park, NY, USA
- TV: MSGSN
NHL Betting Preview: Canucks vs Islanders – Odds, Predictions & Best Bets
Moneyline: Islanders -125 | Total: 5.5
New York Islanders Betting Outlook
The Islanders return to UBS Arena needing a rebound after letting a win slip through their fingers Monday against Columbus. New York coughed up an early two-goal lead and ultimately fell 4-3, a crushing blow in their tight Eastern Conference wild-card battle.
Despite missing key pieces like Mathew Barzal (out since early February) and having dealt Brock Nelson at the deadline, the Islanders are still hanging tough. Monday’s no-goal call against Kyle Palmieri only added to the frustration, but they’ve shown the grit to remain in the mix.
Bo Horvat and Palmieri continue to shoulder the offensive load, and the Isles have taken points in 7 of their last 10 games at home. Goaltending has been a mixed bag lately, but if Ilya Sorokin starts, New York has the edge in net — especially with Demko still easing back from injury.
Islanders Trends:
5-2 in last 7 home games
Under is 6-3 in their last 9 games overall
6-1 in last 7 vs Pacific Division
Vancouver Canucks Betting Outlook
Don’t let the depleted roster fool you — the Canucks are still swinging. Despite losing stars Elias Pettersson and Nils Hoglander to injury, Vancouver clawed out a gritty 4-3 shootout win in New Jersey on Monday. That comeback, capped by a 6-on-5 equalizer and shootout heroics, kept their playoff hopes alive in the West.
Thatcher Demko made his return after a 16-game absence and looked solid in net. Vancouver has now won three of its last four and will try to keep momentum rolling despite a banged-up forward group. Watch for Jonathan Lekkerimaki and Conor Garland to take on expanded roles offensively.
The Canucks are just 3-6-1 in their last 10 road games, and this East Coast swing has already tested their depth.
Canucks Trends:
4-1 in last 5 overall
2-5 in last 7 vs Eastern Conference
Over is 5-2 in their last 7 road games
Prediction & Best Bets
Both teams are fighting for their playoff lives, but the Isles are healthier, at home, and rested, while the Canucks are short-handed and playing their third road game in four nights. Expect a tight, playoff-style battle, but New York has the edge — especially with their goaltending advantage and stronger defensive structure.
Score Prediction: Islanders 3, Canucks 2
Best Bet: Islanders -125 ML
Total Lean: Under 5.5 (-122) – Two tired teams, both missing offensive stars
Prop Pick: Bo Horvat Anytime Goal – Facing his former team, in a must-win, expect him to rise to the occasion
- NHL Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
