Seattle Kraken vs. New York Islanders Player Props, Picks and Predictions – Tuesday, Feb. 13

Nov 22, 2023; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders center Mathew Barzal (13) skates across the blue line against the Philadelphia Flyers during the second period at UBS Arena.
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We have your Seattle Kraken vs. New York Islanders prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Seattle Kraken hit the road to face the New York Islanders.

The New York Islanders (22-18-12) are set to host the Seattle Kraken (21-21-10) in a clash that could have significant playoff implications for both teams. With the Islanders trying to snap a one-game skid and the Kraken looking to halt a three-game slide, this matchup promises to be a battle of resilience.

Seattle Kraken vs. New York Islanders Odds Info

Moneyline: Seattle Kraken +128 (BetRivers) / New York Islanders -152 (BetRivers)

Puck Line: -1.5 – Seattle Kraken -190 (Bet365) / New York Islanders +160 (BetRivers)

Total: 5.5 – +102 (BetRivers) / -124 (BetRivers)

Game Info

Date: Tuesday, Feb. 13

Time: 07:30 PM

Location: UBS Arena – Elmont, NY

TV: ESPN+

Seattle Kraken Betting Trends

  • This season, the Seattle Kraken have hit 22 overs and 30 unders.
  • On the road this season, the Seattle Kraken have hit 12 overs and 16 unders.
  • As the underdog this season, the Seattle Kraken have hit 11 overs and 22 unders.

New York Islanders Betting Trends

  • This season, the New York Islanders have hit 32 overs and 20 unders.
  • At home this season, the New York Islanders have hit 16 overs and 11 unders.
  • As the favorite this season, the New York Islanders have hit 13 overs and 12 unders.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Over the last two seasons, the Seattle Kraken and the New York Islanders have faced off three times, with the Kraken winning two of those encounters and the Islanders claiming victory once. These games took place on January 1, 2023, February 7, 2023, and November 16, 2023, with the home team emerging victorious in each instance. When it comes to covering the spread, the Islanders have outperformed the Kraken, winning against the spread in two games compared to the Kraken’s single win. In terms of the over-under bets, the total score has gone over once and stayed under twice. Key statistics from these matchups reveal that the Kraken have demonstrated a stronger offensive presence in their home games, with a total of 8 goals scored across two games, while the Islanders have scored 7 goals in their single home game victory. The Islanders have shown resilience in their gameplay, maintaining a close scoreline in each game, which has contributed to their ability to cover the spread more frequently than the Kraken.

The most recent game between the two teams on November 16, 2023, ended in a 3-3 tie, with the Kraken ultimately winning in a shootout, resulting in a final score of 4-3 in favor of the home team, Seattle. The Islanders’ goals were scored by Anders Lee, Casey Cizikas, and Noah Dobson, while the Kraken’s goals came from Matty Beniers, Kailer Yamamoto, and Alex Wennberg, with Yamamoto scoring twice. The Islanders showed strength on the power play, scoring two of their three goals in these situations, while the Kraken capitalized on their power play opportunities with three goals. The game statistics indicate a closely contested match, with the Islanders taking 23 shots on goal and the Kraken taking 32. Both teams had a similar number of shifts, with the Islanders at 410 and the Kraken at 409. The Islanders’ goaltender, Semyon Varlamov, made 29 saves with a save percentage of 0.906, while the Kraken’s Philipp Grubauer saved 20 shots with a save percentage of 0.87. Despite the Islanders’ efforts, the Kraken’s home advantage and offensive push in the shootout secured them the win.

Seattle Kraken vs. New York Islanders Predictions

The Islanders, under the guidance of new head coach Patrick Roy, have shown signs of resurgence, but consistency remains their biggest challenge. With a middle-of-the-pack offensive ranking and a defense that has been leaky at times, the Islanders will rely heavily on the playmaking abilities of Mathew Barzal and the goal-scoring prowess of Brock Nelson. Their power play, clicking at a decent rate, could be a difference-maker in this contest.

Seattle, in their sophomore season, has had a rollercoaster ride, marked by streaks both good and bad. The Kraken’s offense, led by Jared McCann and supported by Oliver Bjorkstrand, has been potent at times but will face a stern test against the Islanders’ goaltending. Defensively, the Kraken have been solid, ranking in the top half of the league in goals allowed, which could stifle the Islanders’ scoring efforts.

This game features a key goaltender matchup with the Islanders’ Ilya Sorokin, who boasts a solid save percentage, going up against the Kraken’s Philipp Grubauer, expected to start after a lengthy injury layoff. Both teams have had their struggles, but with playoff positioning on the line, expect a tightly contested game where special teams and goaltending could tip the scales in favor of the more disciplined and opportunistic side.

Seattle Kraken vs. New York Islanders Pick

Given the current form of both teams and their recent performances, the under seems to be the most logical pick for this matchup. The Islanders have hit the under in 20 of their games this season, while the Kraken have also leaned towards the under, with 30 games falling below the total line. Additionally, the Kraken are on a three-game losing streak, during which they’ve struggled to find the back of the net, scoring only three goals in their last three games. This offensive drought, coupled with the Islanders’ tendency to play close, low-scoring games, suggests that we’re unlikely to see a high-scoring affair.

Historically, the head-to-head matchups between these two teams have also favored the under, with two of their last three encounters falling below the total line. The Islanders’ defense, backed by Sorokin’s solid goaltending, is likely to limit the Kraken’s scoring opportunities. Moreover, with Grubauer expected to start for the Kraken after a long injury absence, there may be a period of readjustment that could further hinder Seattle’s offensive output. Taking into account these factors, along with the pressure of playoff positioning, both teams are expected to adopt a more conservative and disciplined approach, making the under the most compelling pick for this game.

The Pick: Under 5.5 +102 (BetRivers)

Seattle Kraken vs. New York Islanders Player Prop Picks

Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.

Seattle Kraken

Player Name Prop Line Over Rate Over Odds Under Odds Last 10 Average Projection
Jared McCann Points 0.5 8/10 -110 -120 1.1 1.06

New York Islanders

Player Name Prop Line Over Rate Over Odds Under Odds Last 10 Average Projection
Bo Horvat Shots On Goal 2.5 8/10 -150 +120 3.5 3.39
Noah Dobson Points 0.5 7/10 -145 +114 1.1 1.10
Brock Nelson Shots On Goal 2.5 8/10 -140 +110 3.4 3.28
Pierre Engvall Shots On Goal 1.5 7/10 -140 +110 2.1 1.96