NHL
2026-01-17 · Morning Edition
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Islanders vs. Flames
Islanders Moneyline
ANALYSIS
Our defensive structure remains the primary edge, as the Islanders have held opponents to just 2.4 goals per game over their last 10 contests (6-3-1). This stability is amplified by Calgary's offensive struggles following the loss of top-six forward Blake Coleman to IR and their 27th-ranked power play. With the Islanders boasting a league-best 12-4-0 record in one-goal games and David Rittich confirmed to start against his former team, New York is positioned to stifle a depleted Flames attack.
Key Data
Islanders: #3 in High-Danger Save Percentage (.882), limiting high-leverage scoring chances by 22% vs. league average.
OUTCOME
New York Islanders 2 - Calgary Flames 4
Graded from ESPN final score
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