- Matchup: New York Islanders vs Ottawa Senators
- Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
- Venue: Canadian Tire Centre, Ottawa, ON
- Broadcast: TSN5
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The Canadian Tire Centre will host an exciting encounter as the Ottawa Senators (34-23-9) go head-to-head with the New York Islanders (39-24-5) this Thursday.
In their last outing, the New York Islanders secured a 3-1 victory over the Maple Leafs. The Islanders accumulated 11 penalty minutes, capitalizing on 2 of their 6 power play opportunities. Their offensive performance showed average efficiency, netting 3 goals from a total of 34 shots on goal.
When it comes to even-strength play, the Islanders have given up 154 goals while scoring 163 themselves. Opponents have challenged them with 184 power play opportunities (ranking 25th in the league), converting 33 goals in those situations. This season, the Islanders have recorded 196 goals (21st in the NHL) but have allowed 187. With 1,916 shots taken, they boast a shooting percentage of 10.2%. Currently, they hold 83 points, with a points percentage at .610. Defensively, New York has faced 1,908 shots, achieving a save percentage of .902. The Islanders have had 201 power play opportunities, where they’ve successfully scored 33 times for a conversion rate of 16.42%.
On the goaltending front, Ilya Sorokin is set to take the ice. Over the course of his career, Sorokin has recorded 187 quality starts, maintaining a quality start percentage of .645. His career save percentage stands at .916 across 13,514 minutes in goal. He has faced 8,771 shots, making 8,033 saves, while conceding 738 goals at a rate of 2.54 goals against per game. Sorokin’s record stands at 150 wins, 104 losses, and 38 ties, with 290 games started throughout his professional tenure.
On the flip side, the Ottawa Senators recently triumphed over the Sharks with a score of 7-4. They converted 2 out of 3 power play opportunities and scored 7 goals from 24 shots on target in that match.
This season, the Ottawa Senators have amassed a total of 222 goals and 77 points, showcasing a points percentage of .583. They have allowed 205 goals, including 155 at even strength and 50 while short-handed. Ottawa has scored 172 goals at even strength and 50 power play goals (ranking 4th in the league). With 214 power play chances, they enjoy a power play success rate of 23.36%. The Senators have registered 1,896 shots (16th in the league), achieving an 11.71% shooting percentage, while allowing opponents 1,601 shots. Their penalty kill rate on 192 opponent power plays stands at 73.96%, complemented by an 87.2% save percentage.
In goal for the Senators will be James Reimer, who has made 14,126 saves from 15,533 shots, resulting in a save percentage of .909. Reimer’s career record is 229 wins, 190 losses, and 66 ties, with 533 games played and 487 starts, accumulating 27,845 minutes of ice time. His quality start rate sits at 52.0%, and he has achieved 253 quality starts throughout his career. His opponents average 2.89 goals per game, with Reimer allowing a total of 1,407 goals.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NHL battle: will it be the spread or moneyline?
Prediction: Favor New York
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