Washington at New York

The Islanders now own sole possession of first place in the Metropolitan Division. They will have another tough game at home vs. Washington. The Islanders' success has come in front of the net and on the defensive end as they have allowed one goal or less in five of their last 11 contests, and just 12 goals against in their last six at home. These teams have met twice this season and have played physical, hard-checking games, and have combined for just seven total goals in the two contests. Long term, these teams are 16-11-1 to the UNDER in the last 28 in New York. Play on the UNDER.