New York at Pittsburgh

This is a tough situational spot for the NY Islanders, out on the road after a five-game homestand. All those home games didn't help either, with a losing record overall, as well as winless on the road. They come off a 3-2 home setback against Montreal on Wednesday as part of a 3-8 run. The Islanders haven't been able to put it together, ranked #15 in goals scored and allowed, along with one the worst power plays in the game (#26). Defending champion Pittsburgh is off to a strong start, including 4-0-1 run at home. Captain Sidney Crosby returned the last game, making his season debut in a 3-2 home victory. He scored a power-play goal while receiving just over 18 minutes of ice time. Crosby has recorded 94 points in 54 career contests against the Islanders. The Penguins are on a sizzling 36-15 run overall, 39-19 at home. The Islanders are also 16-36 against the Penguins, including 6-21 at Pittsburgh, so the home team holds all the cards. Play Pittsburgh.