Minnesota Wild vs New York Islanders Odds, Spread, and Totals
The Minnesota Wild wrap up a two-game road trip in New York, facing the Islanders on Friday at 7 p.m. Both teams have struggled this season, with Minnesota holding a 5–10 record and the Islanders sitting at 6–7.
Overtime has played a role in keeping both teams afloat. The Wild have fallen short three times in extra periods, while the Islanders have suffered two overtime defeats. Despite their modest records, the Wild have shown improvement recently.
Recent Form of the Wild
After losing five consecutive games, Minnesota picked up momentum by earning wins against the Vancouver Canucks and Nashville Predators. They narrowly lost to the Carolina Hurricanes by one goal on Thursday, demonstrating stronger and more consistent offensive play heading into the back-to-back matchup.
Islanders’ Performance Trends
The Islanders began the season with three straight losses before responding with a four-game winning streak. That momentum was followed by another three defeats, a pair of wins, and another loss — a clear pattern of streaky performance. Friday’s home game presents a chance for them to reset the trend before their fans.
"Friday’s game offers an opportunity to break the trend in front of their home fans."
Author’s Summary
Both teams enter the matchup seeking stability — Minnesota showing signs of recovery, while New York looks to halt another potential losing streak.