New York Islanders vs Detroit Red Wings Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 12/16/25

The New York Islanders and Detroit Red Wings are set to meet for the third time this season on Tuesday night in the Motor City. New York has taken each of the first 2 meetings, winning 7-2 on October 23 and 5-0 on November 20. The Red Wings are coming off a 4-0 shutout victory over the Blackhawks on Sunday, but they have a much tougher assignment in this one. It’s clear Detroit hasn’t had many answers for New York’s offensive attack so far this season. All 12 goals the Islanders have scored against the Red Wings this season have some at even strength. The New York power play is 0-for-7 in their 2 matchups against Detroit this season, but that could change when going up against a Red Wing penalty killing unit that has struggled in recent weeks.

The good news for the Red Wings is that they have found consistent offensive success all season long. They are coming off an extended road trip in which they scored 4 or more goals in 5 games of 6 games. Detroit boasts the 9th-best power play in the NHL with a conversion rate of 22.3%, but haven’t found a power play goal in 4 straight games. It’s only a matter of time before it starts clicking again. After getting blanked by Ilya Sorokin a few weeks ago, look for the Red Wings to come out firing. Both offenses should be able to find success in this one, which makes the over the play.

Islanders vs Red Wings prediction: Over 5.5 (-135) available at time of publishing. Playable at that number.