Final Score: Islanders 3 - Rangers 4
Wednesday, December 31, 1986 at 7:00 PM ET

Islanders @ Rangers

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Islanders
19-15-3 Rating 1527
Form: WWLTL
Model Probability
52%
48%
Projected margin: New York Rangers +0.1
Rangers
14-17-6 Rating 1494
Form: LWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Islanders Rangers
All-time wins 64 52
Last 5 meetings 2 2
Average goals 3.8 3.4
Last meeting 5 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Islanders Rangers
Games played 37 37
Avg goals scored 3.8 4.1
Avg goals conceded 3.5 4.1
Win percentage 51% 38%
Away win % / Home win % 33% 44%