Blackhawks @ Islanders

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Final Score: Blackhawks 1 - Islanders 4
Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET
Chicago
Blackhawks
1-3 Rating 1415
Form: WLLLW
1 – 4
Model Probability
36%
64%
Projected margin: New York Islanders +1.2
New York
Islanders
1-2 Rating 1492
Form: LLLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Blackhawks Islanders
All-time wins 56 55
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average goals 3.0 3.3
Last meeting 4 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Blackhawks Islanders
Games played 4 3
Avg goals scored 2.2 3.0
Avg goals conceded 4.2 2.3
Win percentage 25% 33%
Away win % / Home win % 0% 100%