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NHL 2026-01-17 · Morning Edition LOSS

Islanders vs. Flames

Islanders Moneyline
50%
Entry Price
$68K
Volume
3:00 PM ET
Game Time (ET)
-0.51u
P&L

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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