NHL
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2026-01-24 · Morning Edition
WIN
Sabres vs. Islanders
Sabres vs. Islanders Under 6.5
ANALYSIS
We are fading the public's 'Over' bias by prioritizing the Islanders' elite 2.39 xGA/60 and Buffalo's 83.3% penalty kill in a game where New York should prioritize structure following a draining 16-day road trip. The Under is further supported by Ilya Sorokin’s league-leading five shutouts and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s current form, as he has surrendered two or fewer goals in five of his last nine appearances.
Key Data
Islanders Home xGA/60: 2.39, Sabres Penalty Kill: 83.3%
OUTCOME
Buffalo Sabres 5 - New York Islanders 0
Graded from ESPN final score
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