New York Islanders vs Anaheim Ducks Prediction & Picks, October 20, 2026

For the Anaheim Ducks to win tonight, they need to outplay the New York Islanders on the road. The Ducks have had a tough season, but they are known for their solid shooting skills, with more players shooting left than right. This can give them some advantages against the Islanders' defense. The Islanders have only won 4 of their last 10 games, which shows they are struggling a bit. Plus, many players on both teams haven't played enough games to find their rhythm. It's a close matchup, so there is a risk of the Islanders turning things around at home, but the Ducks have a good chance to pull off the win.

New York Islanders vs Anaheim Ducks: Anaheim Ducks 2nd Period Moneyline (+120)

The bet needs the Anaheim Ducks to win the second period against the New York Islanders. The Ducks have won five of their last ten games, showing they can be competitive. While the Islanders have a solid home crowd, they've only won four of their last ten, which makes this matchup pretty even. The game is rated close to a coin flip, so it could go either way.

New York Islanders vs Anaheim Ducks: Over 6.5 Total Goals (+122)

The New York Islanders have won 4 of their last 10 games, while the Anaheim Ducks are slightly better with 5 wins in the same stretch. Both teams have shown they can score, but the combined total of goals from their recent matches suggests this could be a fun, high-scoring game. Playing at home should give the Islanders a little boost, especially with their fans cheering them on at UBS Arena. Betting on over 6.5 total goals feels like a solid choice as both teams are close in form and capable of finding the net. However, the biggest worry is that the overall scoring might stay lower than expected, with our numbers suggesting around 5.8 goals. Still, it should be an exciting matchup to watch!

New York Islanders vs Anaheim Ducks: Simon Holmstrom Under 0.5 Points (-120)

Simon Holmstrom needs to not score any points tonight for the bet to win. The New York Islanders have struggled recently, winning only 4 of their last 10 games, which could mean a tough night for their players. Holmstrom, being one of the newer guys on the team, might not find his footing against a team like the Anaheim Ducks, who have won 5 of their last 10 games. The Ducks have a solid defense, and Holmstrom might not get many chances to shine. With 22 players on the Islanders not having played even ten games yet, it shows there's still some inconsistency on the team. There's a real chance he could be kept off the score sheet tonight, but it's always possible he surprises us.

New York Islanders vs Anaheim Ducks: Mikael Granlund Yes Anytime Goal Scorer (+350)

The odds for Mikael Granlund to score a goal are looking good at +350. Our numbers show that he's an underdog with a real chance, especially with the way the Anaheim Ducks have been playing recently. They've won 5 out of their last 10 games, so they can score, but Granlund has been able to find the net in tough situations before. The New York Islanders have won 4 of their last 10 games, and that means they are not unbeatable. With the Ducks having a mix of left and right shooters, the defense might struggle to keep track of everyone. The biggest risk is that both teams are pretty close in form, so it could go either way. Still, Granlund could definitely make a mark today at UBS Arena.

That is everything our model likes in this game. Prices can move before you get on, so check the board at your bookmaker. Bet what you can afford to lose. If betting stops being fun, take a break.