Well, this isn’t the NHL Playoffs start that Pittsburgh fans were hoping for. Game 1 of the Islanders vs Penguins series ended in overtime, with a Kyle Palmieri shot 16:30 into the extra period. This NHL betting preview for the Islanders vs Penguins NHL Playoffs matchup will provide game info, betting trends, odds and a prediction for Game 2 of this series.
Islanders vs Penguins Betting Preview and Prediction | NHL Playoffs
NHL Eastern Division Semifinals NHL Playoffs Game 2 (NYI Leads 1-0)
New York Islanders (32-17-7, 11-13-4 Away) vs. Pittsburgh Penguins (37-16-3, 22-4-2 Home)
Date: Tuesday, May 18th, 2021
Time: 7:30 pm EST
Venue: PPG Paints Arena – Pittsburgh, PA
Coverage: NBCSN
Penguins were rightfully upset by the play of goaltender Tristan Jarry in Game 1. While he did finish with 37 saves, he had a clear issue with his glove side, with all four of the Islanders’ goals coming around Jarry’s left arm.
Pittsburgh did dominate the first 30 minutes of the game. Then, the two teams traded chances throughout overtime. The play of Islanders rookie goaltender Ilya Sorokin allowed them to hang around just enough to capitalize on Penguins mistakes.
We will see if the Penguins will be able to tie the series before heading on the road. A prop to keep in mind when placing your bets is a Sydney Crosby goal (+270). He scored last game to tie Hall of Famer Brett Hull for the seventh-most NHL Playoffs goals. Can he overtake him tonight?
Islanders vs Penguins NHL Betting Odds
Moneyline: NYI: (+116) | PIT: (-136)
Spread: NYI: +1.5 (-255) | PIT: -1.5 (+205)
Total: 5.5 – Over: (+122) I Under: (-150)
Odds to Win Series: NYI: (-172) | PIT: (+138)
Islanders vs Penguins Betting Trends
- The total has hit the over in four of the Islanders’ last six games.
- The Islanders are 2-6 straight up in their last eight games against the Penguins.
- The total has hit the over in four of the Penguins’ last five games.
- The Penguins are 9-3 straight up in their last 12 games.
Islanders vs Penguins Prediction
This NHL prediction uses NumberFire’s probability model. They give Pittsburgh a 53.3% chance to win Game 2 of this NHL Playoffs matchup.
