Final Score: Rangers 2 - Islanders 5
Saturday, December 20, 1986 at 7:00 PM ET

Rangers @ Islanders

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Rangers
11-14-6 Rating 1494
Form: WLWLW
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: New York Islanders +0.8
Islanders
17-13-2 Rating 1530
Form: LWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Rangers Islanders
All-time wins 52 63
Last 5 meetings 3 1
Average goals 3.4 3.8
Last meeting 2 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Rangers Islanders
Games played 31 32
Avg goals scored 4.0 3.9
Avg goals conceded 4.2 3.6
Win percentage 35% 53%
Away win % / Home win % 29% 69%