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New York Islanders vs Ottawa Senators Picks and Predictions for Saturday, October 18, 2025

By: Cameron Ross Published 10/18/2025, 12:40 AM ET

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New York Islanders vs Ottawa Senators Information

The New York Islanders will be on the road Saturday with a game against the Ottawa Senators at 3:00 PM inside the Canadian Tire Centre. New York has struggled to start the season, coming into this matchup with just one win through three games played, following a 2 goal win against Edmonton to end a three-game skid. Ottawa stays home Saturday with two wins and three losses after a one-goal victory against Seattle last time out. Stayed in the loop with our NHL Picks.

New York Islanders Preview

Offensively, New York has been mediocre this season, after 2.75 goals on 33.3 shots per game, but scored four goals in their lone win of the year. Defensively, New York has had some issues, giving up 3.75 goals on 29 shots per game, but allowed only two goals in their victory against Edmonton. Bo Horvat leads the New York offense this season with five points and three goals through four games played. Matthew Schaefer is second on the roster with four points to go along with a team-leading 3 assists this season.

Ottawa Senators Preview

Offensively, Ottawa has been solid this season, with every three goals on 31 shots per game. Defensively, Ottawa has struggled, giving up five goals on 27.6 shots per game, and has allowed an average of six goals per game during their losses. Shane Pinto leads the Ottawa offense this season with 7 points and six goals through five games played. Jake Sanderson is second on the roster of the season with five points and leads the team with four assists overall.

Islanders vs Senators Prediction

Ottawa is the better team in this matchup, playing the better hockey coming into this game. Look for Ottawa to thrive in front of their home fans Saturday, leading to the victory. Take the Senators to do the work as they even their record at .5 00 following the home win against New York. Final Score Prediction, Ottawa Senators win 3-2.

Islanders vs Senators Best Picks

  • Ottawa Senators -160
  • Under 6

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