Anaheim Ducks vs New York Islanders Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/11

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The Anaheim Ducks visit the New York Islanders at UBS Arena on Thursday, December 11, 2025. The Ducks have a record of 19-10-1 this season. They rank first in the Western Pacific Division.

The Islanders come into this game with a 17-11-3 record. They are in the Eastern Metropolitan Division. The game airs on ESPN+ at 7:00 PM.

Ducks vs Islanders Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Anaheim Ducks vs. New York Islanders
  • Venue: UBS Arena
  • Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Anaheim Ducks +105, New York Islanders -125

Anaheim Ducks Team Preview

The Anaheim Ducks have shown strong performances in their recent games. They secured a 4-3 win against the Pittsburgh Penguins, with Beckett Sennecke contributing one goal and one assist. Ville Husso made 44 saves, helping the team hold off the Penguins despite being outshot.

In their home game against the Chicago Blackhawks, the Ducks dominated with a 7-1 victory. Leo Carlsson stood out with two goals, while Beckett Sennecke added another goal and assist. The Ducks registered a high number of shots on goal, totaling 53, and capitalized on two power-play opportunities.

Despite a tough 7-0 loss to the Utah Mammoth, the Ducks have shown resilience in their other matchups. Ville Husso has been a key player in the net, with notable performances against the Capitals and Blues. The team will look to continue their momentum as they prepare for upcoming games.

New York Islanders Team Preview

The New York Islanders have been playing well in recent games. They secured a close win against the Vegas Golden Knights with a score of 5-4. Bo Horvat led the team with two goals in that game.

In the recent win against the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Islanders scored twice while keeping their opponent scoreless. Ilya Sorokin made 32 saves, showing solid performance in the net. Casey Cizikas and Calum Ritchie each contributed a goal.

Bo Horvat and Mathew Barzal have been key players for the Islanders this season. Horvat has 19 goals and 12 assists over 31 games. Barzal has 9 goals and 14 assists in 30 games, making him another important player for the team.

BTB Betting Pick

The New York Islanders are favored to win against the Anaheim Ducks with a moneyline of -125. The Ducks are listed at +105. With the Islanders having better skater stats in goals and assists, they are likely to come out on top. The projected score is Islanders 4, Ducks 3.

The total for the game is set at 6.5, with the under at -115 and the over at -107. Considering both teams’ offensive capabilities, the game is expected to be high-scoring. The recommended pick is over 6.5 goals, with a projected total of 7 goals.