New York at New York

The Rangers are off two big losses in which they gave up 15 goals. This after winning five straight, giving up just seven total goals in those five! We look for them to bounce back big time here against their cross-town rivals. This one comes down to defense. The Islanders are off a shutout win over lowly Atlanta. But prior to that they allowed 4+ goals in five straight games. Over their past nine games they are allowing 3.6 per game. The Rangers shoot a lot and the Islanders allow a lot of shots. Look for the Rangers to win here.