New York Islanders vs Winnipeg Jets Prediction: the Jets Don't Look Invincible

Prediction for the NHL New York Islanders vs Winnipeg Jets match will take place on February 23rd. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

New York Islanders

The Islanders are not looking their best this season. The team's place in the playoffs is at risk. Currently, they are seventh in the free standings of the East and fourth in the standings of the Metropolitan Division with 65 points. We note that the New Yorkers have not been enchanting lately – they have had four defeats in six meetings. But in the previous three, the Islanders beat Pittsburgh twice (5-4 and 4-2) and also lost to Boston with a 2-6.

Winnipeg Jets

Winnipeg is havings an excellent season, fighting for leadership in the Western Conference. On the eve of the match, the Jets are in third position in the conference standings and second in the Central Division standings with 71 points. Moreover, they are only two behind the first Dallas. After defeats from Columbus (1:3) and New Jersey (2:4), Winnipeg showed the best hockey and confidently beat the Rangers on the road with a score of 4:1.

Expert Betting Tips

We think that the Islanders will be stronger in this match. New Yorkers know perfectly well what to oppose Winnipeg because they have beaten them in the last five meetings. And the Jets don't look invincible because they lost to Columbus and New Jersey not so long ago. Also, the hosts need points because their place in the playoff zone is at stake. We offer a bet on their final victory, taking into account overtime and a shootout.