Anaheim Ducks vs New York Islanders Picks and Predictions for Thursday December 11 2025
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The Anaheim Ducks head to UBS Arena to take on the New York Islanders on Thursday night, with puck drop set for 7:00 PM ET on ESPN+. Before placing any wagers, make sure to review today’s free NHL Picks for expert insights across the full slate.
Ducks vs Islanders Betting Overview
Anaheim enters this matchup at 19-10-1 (8-6-1 away) and playing some of their best hockey of the season. New York sits at 17-11-3 (8-6-2 home) and remains one of the most structurally sound teams in the league, particularly when Ilya Sorokin is healthy and in rhythm.
The Islanders are slight home favorites, but the Ducks bring stronger offensive momentum into this matchup.
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Offense
The Ducks average 3.59 goals per game, with their young core emerging into a legitimate offensive threat:
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- Leo Carlsson — 38 PTS (16 G, 22 A)
- Troy Terry — 23 Assists
- Frank Vatrano — day-to-day but valuable when active
Anaheim’s offense attacks with speed and generates over 31 shots per game, one of the highest marks in the NHL.
Defense & Goaltending
Anaheim allows 3.28 goals per game, a number slightly elevated due to their uptempo style. Goaltending depth is being tested:
- Lukas Dostal — IR until Dec 15
- Petr Mrazek — IR until Dec 27
- V. Husso / Buteyets have been filling the gaps with mixed results
Still, the Ducks’ defensive group has held firm enough to allow their offense to carry games.
Recent Form
Last 5:
- W 4–3 SO at PIT
- W 7–1 vs CHI
- W 4–3 SO vs WSH
- L 7–0 vs UTA
- W 4–1 at STL
Anaheim has won 4 of 5 and is trending upward.
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Offense
New York averages 2.87 goals per game, with Bo Horvat carrying the scoring load:
- Bo Horvat — 31 PTS (19 G, 12 A)
- Ryan Pulock — 15 assists
The Islanders aren’t a high-octane attack, but they are efficient and generate offense through structured zone play and forechecking.
Defense & Goaltending
Defense is where the Islanders thrive, allowing 2.73 goals per game and generating consistent shot suppression. Goaltending remains a strength:
- Ilya Sorokin — 2.47 GAA, .910 SV%, 3 SO
- David Rittich — reliable in spot starts
If Sorokin starts, the Islanders usually get elite-level performance.
Recent Form
Last 5:
- W 5–4 SO vs VGK
- L 4–1 at FLA
- W 2–0 at TB
- W 6–3 vs COL
- W 2–1 vs TB
New York is quietly heating up, winning 4 of their last 5.
Matchup Breakdown
Edge: Offense — Ducks
Anaheim scores more, shoots more, and has the higher ceiling.
Edge: Defense & Goaltending — Islanders
If Sorokin starts, New York holds a clear advantage.
Edge: Special Teams — Slightly Ducks
Anaheim holds an 18.8% PP vs New York’s 14.3%.
Key Trends
- Ducks have won 4 of their last 5.
- Islanders have won 4 of their last 5.
- Ducks average 31+ shots per game — a major test for Sorokin.
Picks & Predictions
This game should be tightly contested. Anaheim is hot offensively, but the Islanders’ structure and Sorokin’s consistency make the difference for me. In a matchup of strength vs strength, I lean toward the home team’s defensive discipline. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for the Ducks with the Fliff promo code. The best sportsbooks are the best way to go when you are betting on the Islanders. Make sure when you place your Ducks vs Islanders bet you are using the bet365 bonus code.
Best Pick: Islanders ML
Lean: Under 5.5
Final Score Prediction
New York Islanders 3, Anaheim Ducks 2
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