New York at Pittsburgh

Both these teams have been spotty lately. The Islanders have just a single win to show for their last 5 games, while the Pittsburgh Penguins are just 3-5 over their last 8 games. The Penguins came out of the break winning two straight games but have been just 1-3 since and the defense has become a liability. The Penguins allowed 5 or more goals in 3 of those 4 games. The Rangers have allowed 23 goals in their last 5 so they have similar issues. Recent play between these teams has shown the Islanders taking charge as they have been winners of 6 of the last 8 meetings. I think this is an even match up, and with the Islanders success vs the Penguins of late, I like the NY Islanders in this one.