Ottawa at New York

Ottawa is on an 11-7 run, and comes into this contest off back-to-back wins at Pittsburgh (5-0) and Dallas (3-2) — the latter as a +130 underdog. The defense is 12th in goals given up, while the offense is 11th on the power play. The last place New York Islanders have a losing home record. They return from a strong three-game road trip here, but after playing eight of their last 11 on the road, could be a bit worn out. The defense is 16th in goals given up and last in penalty killing, while the offense is last on the power play and 27th in goals scored. Play Ottawa.