Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Seattle Kraken visiting the Edmonton Oilers. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.
NHL Predictions
Colorado Avalanche vs New York Islanders
Head-to-Head: Avalanche 1-0 Islanders
U.S. TV: Altitude; KTVD; MSGSN; ESPN+
Time: 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)
We open with NHL predictions, featuring the Colorado Avalanche visiting the New York Islanders. Scott Wedgewood is expected to get the start in goal for the Avalanche. However, always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. Colorado is 9-0-1 in the last 10 games, with the only loss being an overtime defeat to the Minnesota Wild. Nathan MacKinnon is nearly at 50 points with 22 goals and 46 points.
Ilya Sorokin is the projected starter for the Islanders, who are 5-4-1 in the last 10 games. New York has dropped three of its previous five games entering this matchup. The Isles are hoping to avenge a 4-1 loss at the hands of the Avalanche on November 16 in Denver. Bo Horvat leads the team in goals (16) and points (27).
Colorado has only lost once in regulation so far this campaign. All signs are pointing to that continuing.
Prediction: Avalanche win 5-2.
