New York Islanders vs Dallas Stars predictions, Mar 26, 2026

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New York Islanders

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In an intriguing matchup, the New York Islanders will host the Dallas Stars on March 26, 2026, at the Islanders’ home arena. Both teams enter this contest with varying recent fortunes, as the Islanders have managed to secure victories in 3 of their last 5 games, showcasing a solid defensive structure and effective transition play. Meanwhile, the Stars have struggled slightly, winning just 2 of their last 5, despite displaying moments of offensive brilliance.

The bookmakers reflect a tight contest with odds of 2.63 for a home win and 2.28 for an away victory, indicating a competitive matchup. Our model suggests a probability of 34.2% for a home win, a 23.8% chance of a draw, and a favorable 43.5% for an away win for the Stars.

Both teams are known for their tactical discipline; the Islanders rely on a strong forecheck and physical play, while the Stars’ speed and offensive depth pose a significant threat. As the game approaches, fans can expect a closely contested battle where tactical execution and special teams could prove pivotal. While trends favor the away side slightly, predicting an outcome remains uncertain in this balanced matchup.

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NY Islanders
36.5%
Draw
22.4%
Dallas
41%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:3

Outrights of NHL Dallas Stars: 7.95% New York Islanders: 1.3%

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 2.61 4.37 2.39
Pinnacle 2.63 4.16 2.28

Latest Results

22.03.26 New York Islanders – Columbus Blue Jackets – 1:0
21.03.26 Montreal Canadiens – New York Islanders – 7:3
19.03.26 Ottawa Senators – New York Islanders – 3:2
17.03.26 Toronto Maple Leafs – New York Islanders – 1:3
14.03.26 New York Islanders – Calgary Flames – 3:2
22.03.26 Dallas Stars – Vegas Golden Knights – 2:3
21.03.26 Minnesota Wild – Dallas Stars – 2:1 OT
18.03.26 Colorado Avalanche – Dallas Stars – 1:2 penalties
16.03.26 Dallas Stars – Utah Mammoth – 3:6
14.03.26 Dallas Stars – Detroit Red Wings – 3:2 OT

Facts

  • A mid-table team takes on a leader in this match (ranked 8 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: )).
  • Dallas is Qualified for NHL (Play Offs )
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, NY Islanders won 3.
  • Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.
  • Dallas may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.
  • We predict that NY Islanders will win today’s game, with odds of 2.62.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, NY Islanders won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 49:63. (average 2.5:3.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, NY Islanders won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 28:29. (average 3.1:3.2).

    Latest Head To Head

    18.11.25 Dallas Stars – New York Islanders – 2:3
    23.02.25 New York Islanders – Dallas Stars – 3:4
    12.10.24 Dallas Stars – New York Islanders – 3:0
    26.02.24 Dallas Stars – New York Islanders – 2:3 OT
    21.01.24 New York Islanders – Dallas Stars – 3:2 OT

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche ✔ 69 40 6 10 13 257:175 102
    2 Dallas Stars ✔ 70 33 10 11 16 240:190 97
    3 Minnesota Wild 71 25 15 12 19 233:202 92
    4 Anaheim Ducks 70 23 16 4 27 235:242 82
    5 Utah Mammoth 71 28 9 6 28 223:198 80
    6 Vegas Golden Knights 71 24 8 14 25 224:221 78
    7 Edmonton Oilers 71 26 8 9 28 245:244 77
    8 Nashville Predators 70 24 9 9 28 209:232 75
    9 Los Angeles Kings 70 18 10 17 25 187:213 73
    10 Seattle Kraken 69 25 6 9 29 196:213 71
    11 San Jose Sharks 68 20 12 6 30 208:243 70
    12 Winnipeg Jets 70 23 6 12 29 199:219 70
    13 St. Louis Blues 69 25 3 11 30 181:225 67
    14 Calgary Flames 70 23 6 7 34 177:217 65
    15 Chicago Blackhawks 70 19 7 13 31 183:225 65
    16 Vancouver Canucks 69 14 7 8 40 179:257 50

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Carolina Hurricanes 70 32 13 6 19 250:206 96
    2 Buffalo Sabres 71 37 7 7 20 251:207 95
    3 Tampa Bay Lightning 69 34 9 5 21 251:192 91
    4 Montreal Canadiens 69 26 12 10 21 244:228 86
    5 Boston Bruins 70 29 10 8 23 234:217 86
    6 Pittsburgh Penguins 70 29 6 16 19 241:219 86
    7 Columbus Blue Jackets 70 26 11 11 22 228:215 85
    8 New York Islanders 71 26 14 5 26 206:202 85
    9 Detroit Red Wings 70 27 11 8 24 205:208 84
    10 Ottawa Senators 70 31 6 9 24 236:214 83
    11 Philadelphia Flyers 69 21 13 12 23 202:211 80
    12 Washington Capitals 71 30 5 9 27 220:208 79
    13 New Jersey Devils 69 23 12 2 32 187:209 72
    14 Florida Panthers 69 27 7 3 32 206:229 71
    15 Toronto Maple Leafs 71 21 8 13 29 221:250 71
    16 New York Rangers 71 19 9 9 34 199:226 65

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.95 (21.13%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 5.25 (15.9%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 6.25 (13.36%)

    4. Dallas Stars: 10.5 (7.95%)

    5. Vegas Golden Knights: 13.5 (6.18%)

    6. Edmonton Oilers: 14.5 (5.76%)

    7. Buffalo Sabres: 17 (4.91%)

    8. Minnesota Wild: 17 (4.91%)

    9. Utah Mammoth: 31 (2.69%)

    10. Ottawa Senators: 36 (2.32%)

    11. Pittsburgh Penguins: 38.5 (2.17%)

    12. Columbus Blue Jackets: 41 (2.04%)

    13. Montreal Canadiens: 41 (2.04%)

    14. Anaheim Ducks: 43.5 (1.92%)

    15. Detroit Red Wings: 53.5 (1.56%)

    16. New York Islanders: 64 (1.3%)

    17. Los Angeles Kings: 64 (1.3%)

    18. Boston Bruins: 101 (0.83%)

    19. San Jose Sharks: 251 (0.33%)

    20. Washington Capitals: 301 (0.28%)

    21. Nashville Predators: 351 (0.24%)

    22. Winnipeg Jets: 451 (0.19%)

    23. Seattle Kraken: 451 (0.19%)

    24. Philadelphia Flyers: 651 (0.13%)

    25. Florida Panthers: 1251 (0.07%)

    26. St. Louis Blues: 1251 (0.07%)

    27. New Jersey Devils: 1251 (0.07%)

    28. Toronto Maple Leafs: 1501 (0.06%)

    29. New York Rangers: 1751 (0.05%)

    30. Calgary Flames: 2001 (0.04%)

    31. Chicago Blackhawks: 2001 (0.04%)

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