New York Islanders vs Nashville Predators predictions, Mar 01, 2025

Feb 27, 2025 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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New York Islanders

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### NHL Match Preview: New York Islanders vs. Nashville Predators

**Date:** March 1, 2025
**Location:** UBS Arena, Elmont, NY
**Teams:** New York Islanders (Home) vs. Nashville Predators (Away)

#### Current Team Form

**New York Islanders:**
The Islanders have struggled recently, winning only 1 of their last 5 games. This disappointing stretch has likely created pressure for the team to turn things around quickly. Defensively, they will need to tighten up to overcome the challenges they’ve been facing, while their offensive unit will have to find a way to be more productive in generating scoring opportunities.

**Nashville Predators:**
In contrast, the Predators enter this matchup having secured 2 wins out of their last 5 games. While their recent performance is relatively better compared to the Islanders, they still have room for improvement. The Predators will be looking to build momentum with a strong showing against a divisional rival.

#### Head-to-Head Matchup

When the New York Islanders and Nashville Predators meet on the ice, both teams have strengths and weaknesses. As per our estimation, the Islanders have a slight edge at home, with a probability of winning at 40.2%. Meanwhile, the Predators follow closely at 36.2%, indicating a competitive matchup. The draw (X) stands at 23.5%, suggesting that the possibility of regulation time ending in a tie cannot be overlooked.

#### Betting Odds

The bookmakers have set the coefficients as follows:
– New York Islanders: 2.38
– Nashville Predators: 2.64

These odds reflect confidence in the Islanders as the home favorites; however, the relatively close odds indicate that the sportsbooks expect a balanced contest.

#### Key Players to Watch

– **New York Islanders:** Star players such as Mathew Barzal and Brock Nelson will be crucial for the Islanders to find offensive rhythm. Defensive play will also be pivotal, with players like Ryan Pulock needing to step up.

– **Nashville Predators:** For the Predators, watch for players like Roman Josi and Filip Forsberg. Their ability to generate offense and control the game will be instrumental in determining the outcome.

#### Conclusion

As two playoff-contending teams clash, the New York Islanders will aim to capitalize on home-ice advantage while the Nashville Predators look to continue their upward trajectory. Expect a fierce contest as both teams seek to improve their standings. The unpredictability of the NHL means anything can happen, so fans can anticipate a thrilling matchup.

**Final Thoughts:** The Islanders must leverage their home advantage, while the Predators will aim to seize any opportunity they can find. Be prepared for an exciting battle on March 1, 2025!

NY Islanders 40.2% Draw 23.5% Nashville 36.2%

Outrights of NHL New York Islanders: 0.52% Nashville Predators: 0.22%

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 2.43 4.1 2.67
Pinnacle 2.32 4.02 2.61

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Latest Results

25.02.25 New York Islanders – New York Rangers – 1:5
23.02.25 New York Islanders – Dallas Stars – 3:4
08.02.25 Minnesota Wild – New York Islanders – 6:3
07.02.25 Winnipeg Jets – New York Islanders – 4:3
04.02.25 New York Islanders – Vegas Golden Knights – 2:1		 25.02.25 Nashville Predators – Florida Panthers – 1:4
23.02.25 Nashville Predators – New Jersey Devils – 0:5
22.02.25 Nashville Predators – Colorado Avalanche – 2:1
08.02.25 Nashville Predators – Buffalo Sabres – 6:4
07.02.25 Chicago Blackhawks – Nashville Predators – 6:2

Facts

  • This time only outsiders will meet in a game (ranked 14 and 14).
  • Last 5 head-to-head matches NY Islanders won 1.
  • NY Islanders is in bad shape now (in the last 5 games wins – 1).
  • Recent matches Nashville is playing unstable (in the last 5 games wins – 2).
  • NY Islanders could have advantage in physics – more days for rest in last days.
  • Recently Nashville have a series of home games.
  • In this match the chances to achieve triumph for both teams are almost equal.
  • Last 20 head-to-head matches NY Islanders won 7 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 13 matches and goals 54:68 (average 2.7:3.4).
  • Including matches at home between the teams NY Islanders won 4 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 6 matches and goals 29:34 (average 2.9:3.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    06.04.24 New York Islanders – Nashville Predators – 2:0
    13.01.24 Nashville Predators – New York Islanders – 3:1
    02.12.22 New York Islanders – Nashville Predators – 1:4
    17.11.22 Nashville Predators – New York Islanders – 5:4
    09.12.21 New York Islanders – Nashville Predators – 3:4

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Winnipeg Jets 59 34 8 3 14 212:139 87
    2 Dallas Stars 58 31 6 2 19 194:150 76
    3 Vegas Golden Knights 58 31 3 6 18 190:161 74
    4 Edmonton Oilers 58 25 9 4 20 189:169 72
    5 Minnesota Wild 58 27 7 4 20 169:165 72
    6 Los Angeles Kings 56 28 3 8 17 163:144 70
    7 Colorado Avalanche 60 29 5 2 24 193:180 70
    8 Vancouver Canucks 58 21 6 11 20 160:173 65
    9 Calgary Flames 57 22 6 8 21 154:168 64
    10 Utah 59 18 8 9 24 165:177 61
    11 St. Louis Blues 59 19 8 6 26 167:178 60
    12 Anaheim Ducks 57 17 8 7 25 146:175 57
    13 Seattle Kraken 60 20 5 4 31 174:195 54
    14 Nashville Predators 57 17 3 7 30 147:189 47
    15 Chicago Blackhawks 58 15 2 7 34 153:203 41
    16 San Jose Sharks 59 11 4 8 36 151:221 38

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Washington Capitals 58 33 5 8 12 212:149 84
    2 Toronto Maple Leafs 58 30 6 2 20 185:165 74
    3 Florida Panthers 59 29 6 3 21 197:168 73
    4 Tampa Bay Lightning 57 28 5 4 20 205:155 70
    5 Carolina Hurricanes 58 29 4 4 21 187:164 70
    6 New Jersey Devils 60 28 4 6 22 183:151 70
    7 Detroit Red Wings 58 22 8 6 22 171:181 66
    8 Columbus Blue Jackets 58 20 8 8 22 195:191 64
    9 New York Rangers 58 27 2 4 25 177:180 62
    10 Ottawa Senators 58 22 7 4 25 161:165 62
    11 Boston Bruins 59 20 7 8 24 163:190 62
    12 Montreal Canadiens 58 20 7 5 26 172:196 59
    13 Philadelphia Flyers 59 17 9 7 26 174:196 59
    14 New York Islanders 57 19 6 7 25 156:171 57
    15 Pittsburgh Penguins 60 16 7 9 28 171:220 55
    16 Buffalo Sabres 56 20 4 5 27 182:189 53

    NHL Outrights

    1. Edmonton Oilers: 7.38 (11.19%)

    2. Carolina Hurricanes: 9.51 (8.68%)

    3. Florida Panthers: 10.64 (7.76%)

    4. Winnipeg Jets: 10.64 (7.76%)

    5. Dallas Stars: 10.72 (7.7%)

    6. Toronto Maple Leafs: 11.02 (7.5%)

    7. Washington Capitals: 11.14 (7.41%)

    8. New Jersey Devils: 13.17 (6.27%)

    9. Vegas Golden Knights: 14.58 (5.66%)

    10. Colorado Avalanche: 14.77 (5.59%)

    11. Tampa Bay Lightning: 18.12 (4.56%)

    12. Los Angeles Kings: 19.03 (4.34%)

    13. Minnesota Wild: 30.3 (2.73%)

    14. New York Rangers: 34.17 (2.42%)

    15. Ottawa Senators: 49.27 (1.68%)

    16. Vancouver Canucks: 50.51 (1.64%)

    17. Boston Bruins: 70.84 (1.17%)

    18. Detroit Red Wings: 84.21 (0.98%)

    19. Columbus Blue Jackets: 99.7 (0.83%)

    20. Calgary Flames: 111.19 (0.74%)

    21. Utah: 139.99 (0.59%)

    22. New York Islanders: 159.66 (0.52%)

    23. St. Louis Blues: 201.07 (0.41%)

    24. Montreal Canadiens: 205.72 (0.4%)

    25. Philadelphia Flyers: 267.39 (0.31%)

    26. Anaheim Ducks: 363.85 (0.23%)

    27. Nashville Predators: 376.07 (0.22%)

    28. Pittsburgh Penguins: 388.74 (0.21%)

    29. Buffalo Sabres: 413.96 (0.2%)

    30. Seattle Kraken: 451.3 (0.18%)

    31. Chicago Blackhawks: 1014.65 (0.08%)

    32. San Jose Sharks: 1939.83 (0.04%)

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