Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders Prediction: Moneyline, Props & SGP (Jan 15)
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Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders Prediction: Moneyline, Props & SGP (Jan 15)

Giorgi Natsvlishvili
Moneyline PickEdmonton Oilers to Win
Player PropConnor McDavid to Score
Same Game ParlayEdmonton Oilers to Win + Connor McDavid to Score + Over 5.5 Goals
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Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders Main Match Info

Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders Moneyline Prediction

Edmonton come into this matchup in slightly better form. Over their last eight games, the Oilers have posted four victories, while controlling roughly 54–56% of expected goals at five-on-five. Their puck possession has stabilised, and the power play has regained momentum.

The Islanders, by contrast, have hovered around break-even form, with sub-50% xGF numbers and a declining shot share. They’re spending more time defending than attacking.

The tactical matchup favours Edmonton. Their top line’s speed and transition game directly challenge New York’s slower blue line, which has struggled with clean zone exits under forecheck pressure. 

With Edmonton likely dictating a fast, transition-heavy game script, their offensive depth should tilt the moneyline in their favour.

Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders Player Prop

Connor McDavid leads the league in total points (82) and ranks second behind Nathan MacKinnon with 30 goals. 

Over his last six games, he’s registered six goals and four assists. He continues to anchor Edmonton’s first line and top power-play unit, logging over 21 minutes per night with full offensive-zone deployment. His speed, puck-carrying, and passing create constant high-danger chances.

The Islanders present a favourable target. Their defensive structure struggles against fast transition teams, and McDavid thrives when opponents fail to contain zone entries. 

Usage trends also support the prop. McDavid’s power-play time remains elite, and his shots per 60 have increased in recent outings. His ice time spikes further in tight or high-tempo games. Thus, the Canadian should be able to score at least once. 

Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders Same Game Parlay

We’re building this SGP around a high-event, offence-driven game script. Edmonton play at a fast pace, push the puck through transition, and generate heavy shot volume.

Edmonton Oilers to Win is the anchor leg. They hold the tactical edge with superior top-line speed, a stronger power play, and better offensive players.

Connor McDavid to Score fits perfectly with this script. He drives Edmonton’s offence at five-on-five, and most of his goals come in Oilers wins. When the team dominate puck control, McDavid’s shot and chance volume rise.

Over 5.5 goals correlates with both legs. Edmonton’s aggressive style creates chances at both ends, and New York’s defensive structure often allows rebounds.

Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders Team News

Edmonton Oilers Team News

Edmonton’s engine is still the Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl duo, and the team’s recent results reflect it. They’re 3-0-2 in their last five outings, with McDavid extending his point streak to 20 encounters. Evan Bouchard is also driving offence from the back end.

When Edmonton’s puck management is clean, they look like an Oilers side that can sit north of 50% in 5v5 expected-goal share and dictate play. The weakness is volatility. Giveaways and loose neutral-zone structure turn games into track meets.

The key absence right now is Adam Henrique. Jake Walman and Tristan Jarry are back in action. Walman’s return strengthens Edmonton’s breakouts and transition defence, while Jarry adds another option in net.

New York Islanders Team News

A big storyline surrounding the Islanders was the 5-4 loss to Winnipeg, where they gave up a multi-goal second period (4-3) and defensive breakdowns emerged. That snapped their point streak and highlighted structural concerns. Earlier, a 9-0 rout of the Devils showed their offensive potential, but consistency remains an issue.

When New York win, it’s usually due to disciplined defence. When they lose, it’s often because defensive structure breaks down, leading to odd-man rushes and too much space given up in transition.

Anthony Duclair has recently scored a hat trick and sparked the offence, while Emil Heineman and Kyle MacLean have chipped in timely goals. Ilya Sorokin even set a franchise shutout record earlier in January. 

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