New York Islanders vs Edmonton Oilers Prediction, Picks & Odds | 15 Jan 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Islanders vs Oilers

The New York Islanders clash with the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place, with face-off scheduled for 21:00 on Thursday, January 15.

The Oilers should be able to come out on top against the Islanders in regulation time. Our best prediction is to back them on the 3-Way Moneyline where a juicy -115 can be landed.

New York Islanders lost on the road in their previous game. Winnipeg Jets won 5-4 at Canada Life Centre. Matthew Schaefer was on target along with three of his teammates.

Edmonton Oilers lost on the road in their last game. Nashville Predators won 4-3 (OT) at Bridgestone Arena. Zach Hyman recorded two goals and Leon Draisaitl scored the other.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last head-to-head saw the Islanders claim a 4-2 win over the Oilers at UBS Arena. The previous 10 H2H meetings have involved the Oilers winning six times.

Starting Goalies

Ilya Sorokin (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	22-13-2	2.5	.915	6
23/24	25-19-12	3.01	.908	2

Connor Ingram (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	8-6-1	2.8	.890	1
23/24	23-21-3	2.91	.907	6

6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.2 goals from 25.4 shots on goal, with a 6.9% powerplay efficiency. The Islanders have been giving up 2.6 goals from 28.4 shots, averaging 3.2 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 87.5%.

Simon Holmstroem is the top points scorer with 9 points, 6 goals and 3 assists, with Mathew Barzal racking up 8 points, 1 goal and 7 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie David Rittich have a 2.15 goal against average with a .914 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Oilers have 5 wins, 3 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 3.4 goals from 31.9 shots on goal, with a 17.7% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.9 goals from 28.0 shots, averaging 4.2 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 95.2%.

The top points scorer is Connor McDavid with 20 points, 7 goals and 13 assists, while Leon Draisaitl is next best after having 15 points, 8 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Connor Ingram have a 2.65 GAA with a .904 SV%.

New York Islanders vs Edmonton Oilers Prediction & Picks

Our New York Islanders vs Edmonton Oilers preview includes expert betting advice on all fronts — from a match prediction and correct score guidance to player prop selections and a bet builder tailored for value.

Game Prediction

There are attractive odds about the home team and our pick is for Edmonton Oilers to win this NHL encounter in regulation time. They can get the better of their opponents in various departments and you can get -115.

We use the latest team news and injury updates to help shape the best possible hockey picks. You’ll also notice we take a stats-led approach by factoring in the key NHL numbers that truly make a difference.

Key Islanders vs Oilers stats:

• Oilers have won 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• Oilers have won 12 of their last 20 games.
• Islanders have lost 6 of their last 10 games on the road.
• Islanders have lost 3 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Oilers have won 6 of their last 10 games against Islanders.

Oilers 3-Way Moneyline Probability

According to the top NHL sportsbooks, there’s a 53.5% likelihood of our pick landing a return. Based on our cappers in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

Edmonton can be backed in different ways and you might find the odds more attractive when you check out the Puck Line, Winning Margin or the Match Winner & Total Goals options.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Emil Heineman Over 1.5 Shots -200

Emil Heineman (Islanders) has recorded Over 1.5 shots on goal in 5 straight games. If you agree with our verdict that he can cover the line again, then you can land odds of -200 that this happens.

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Correct Score Prediction

Islanders 1 - 4 Oilers

We’re taking a chance on the Oilers to achieve a 4-1 winning scoreline. Odds of +1300 means we can place a smaller stake and still achieve a nice return.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Islanders

Oilers

1-0

Islanders

+6600

Oilers

+5500

2-0

Islanders

+6000

Oilers

+5000

2-1

Islanders

+1800

Oilers

+1500

3-0

Islanders

+5000

Oilers

+3000

3-1

Islanders

+2500

Oilers

+1700

3-2

Islanders

+1000

Oilers

+850

4-0

Islanders

+6600

Oilers

+3300

4-1

Islanders

+2400

Oilers

+1300

4-2

Islanders

+2000

Oilers

+1300

4-3

Islanders

+1150

Oilers

+900

5-0

Islanders

+11000

Oilers

+5000

5-1

Islanders

+4000

Oilers

+1900

5-2

Islanders

+2400

Oilers

+1300

5-3

Islanders

+2800

Oilers

+1900

5-4

Islanders

+2000

Oilers

+1700

6-0

Islanders

+2000

Oilers

+7500

6-1

Islanders

+9000

Oilers

+4000

6-2

Islanders

+4500

Oilers

+2200

6-3

Islanders

+3500

Oilers

+2200

6-4

Islanders

+5000

Oilers

+4000

6-5

Islanders

+4500

Oilers

+4000

7-0

Islanders

+4500

Oilers

+11000

7-1

Islanders

+14000

Oilers

+6600

7-2

Islanders

+12000

Oilers

+5500

7-3

Islanders

+7500

Oilers

+4000

7-4

Islanders

+7500

Oilers

+5000

7-5

Islanders

+11000

Oilers

+9000

7-6

Islanders

+11000

Oilers

+10000

8-1

Islanders

+11000

Oilers

+11000

8-2

Islanders

+11000

Oilers

+9000

8-3

Islanders

+11000

Oilers

+10000

8-4

Islanders

+14000

Oilers

+9000

8-5

Islanders

+14000

Oilers

+11000

9-2

Islanders

+14000

Oilers

+15000

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New York Islanders vs Edmonton Oilers Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

With a 63% chance of securing victory, Edmonton Oilers are favorites for this game and the sportsbooks have them at betting odds of -169. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +140 about New York Islanders.

There is a puck line of 1.5 and total goals has a line of 6.5. Having a bet on Totals is one of the most popular hockey wagers. The Over 6.5 selection is available to back at -112.

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Moneyline

Islanders

+140

Oilers

-169

3-Way Moneyline

Islanders

+245

Tie

+335

Oilers

-115

Puck Line

Islanders +1.5

-172

Oilers -1.5

+140

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-108

Over 6.5

-112

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

New York Islanders Stats

Edmonton Oilers Stats

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.00 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.20 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.30 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.60 pts and allowed 2.60 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.40 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.60 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 4.40 goals and allowed 3.20 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.2
• Shots: 25.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 7.7
• Blocks: 13.2
• Faceoff Wins : 24.7
• Hits: 18.1
• Giveaways: 15.1
• Takeaways: 5.7

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 25
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 9.2
• Blocks: 13.2
• Faceoff Wins : 25.5
• Hits: 18.5
• Giveaways: 15.7
• Takeaways: 4

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.9
• Shots: 31.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 16.6
• Blocks: 10.7
• Faceoff Wins : 22.4
• Hits: 15.4
• Giveaways: 17.4
• Takeaways: 5.1

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.4
• Shots: 30.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 4.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 16.1
• Blocks: 11.6
• Faceoff Wins : 27.7
• Hits: 17.5
• Giveaways: 15.4
• Takeaways: 4.2

Injuries & Suspensions

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