New York at New York

The New York Islanders are out of any playoff race after a terrible start but have actually turned things around on a 19-14-4 run. They're sixth in the NHL defensively in goals surrendered, eighth in shots on goal allowed, tied for first in save percentage. The Islanders are 14-6 when playing their fourth game in six nights. They've won four of six, including over St. Louis, 2-1, as an underdog, and face a New York Rangers defense that is #20 in shots on goal allowed. The Rangers are 6-12 at home against teams with a winning percentage between 40-49% and the Islanders have won four of the last five in this area rivalry. Play the New York Islanders.