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New York Islanders vs Chicago Blackhawks
NHLThu, Oct 8 · 7:30 PM
New York Islanders host Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 7:30 PM (ET) at UBS Arena in the NHL.
New York Islanders have 1 win, 0 draws and 4 defeats in their last 5 matches.
Chicago Blackhawks have 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches.
- Competition
- NHL
- Start time
- Thursday, October 8, 2026, 7:30 PM (ET)
- Venue
- UBS Arena, Elmont
- Where to watch
- ESPN+, CHSN, MSGSN (In the United States · ESPN)
DraftKings odds
ESPNHome · New York Islanders
-185
65%
Away · Chicago Blackhawks
+154
39%
Over/under goals 5.5 · Over 5.5 -125 · Under 5.5 +105
Indicative odds: they can change. The best price in each column is highlighted. 18+
Last 5 games
New York Islanders
Chicago Blackhawks
Eastern Conference
| # | Team | P | W | L | OTL | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Rangers | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| 2 |  Panthers | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 3 |  Hurricanes | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| 4 |  Senators | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 5 |  Lightning | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 6 |  Penguins | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 7 |  Sabres | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 8 |  Maple Leafs | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| 9 |  Bruins | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| 10 |  Canadiens | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 11 |  Capitals | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 12 |  Blue Jackets | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 13 |  Islanders | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 14 |  Red Wings | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 15 |  Devils | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 16 |  Flyers | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
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