NHL Predictions: Anaheim Ducks vs New York Islanders, October 20th

The New York Islanders are projected to defeat the Anaheim Ducks 4-3 at UBS Arena on October 20th, according to predictive statistical models. The Ducks enter the contest on a three-game losing streak and playing the second half of a back-to-back following a 5-2 loss to the New York Rangers. The Islanders hold a significant rest advantage after last playing on Saturday.

Ken Culbertson highlights that goaltending and scheduling favor New York, with Ilya Sorokin expected in net against Anaheim's projected starter Lukas Dostal. The Islanders face injury absences, with head coach Peter DeBoer confirming Calum Ritchie and Matias Maccelli will miss at least a week, while Mathew Barzal remains sidelined with a knee injury. Anaheim remains without Troy Terry, Ian Moore, and Ryan Poehling.