Betting Trends New York Islanders vs New York Rangers

The upcoming NHL clash on January 29, 2026, features the New York Islanders visiting the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. This thrilling matchup offers valuable betting trends and game insights for bettors looking to make informed wagers.

The Islanders currently hold a stronger record with 29-24 straight-up and 29-24 against the spread, showcasing their competitive edge. They boast a powerplay percentage of 20.4% (3.0566 power plays per game) and a penalty kill rate near 81.3%, while the Rangers have a slightly lower powerplay success at 17.5% (2.46296 power plays per game) but a decent penalty kill percentage around 78.5%. Both teams have comparable 5-on-5 scoring efficiency, but the Islanders have been slightly more consistent in recent games.

Goalie performances will be critical, with the Islanders likely to start their regular netminder, who has been solid despite minor injury concerns, while the Rangers' goalie has had mixed results this season. Recent head-to-head results favor the Islanders, including a commanding 5-2 win on January 28, 2026, at UBS Arena, which you can review in their recent game recap.

The betting odds favor the Islanders at -125 moneyline with a puck line of -1.5 at +203, while the Rangers sit at +110 moneyline and +1.5 puck line at -245. The total points line is set at 6, with over -115 odds and under -101 odds, indicating a moderately high-scoring expectation. Understanding these betting trends, combined with team stats and injury updates, will help bettors make smarter wagers. The game will be broadcast on MSG, ESPN+, and MSGSN2, so fans can catch all the action live.

For those interested in placing bets, the best odds for the Islanders and Rangers are available today at BetOnline. Check out the NHL standings page for more details on team performance against the spread.