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| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | (19) New York Islanders at (20) Vancouver Canucks: Moneyline | 10:07pm EST - Jan 19/2026 |
The PLAY: New York Islanders -140
These days, Vancouver is where teams come to get healthy. The Canucks are winless in 2026. Since a victory on 12/29, they've gone 0-10. They've been blanked twice over their past five. Over their past six games, they've been outscored 28-6. They aren't the same team which defeated the Isles on 12/19.
While the Canucks may or may not be anxious to stop the bleeding, the Islanders should definitely motivated to avoid getting swept in the season series. This is the sixth leg of a 7-game road trip. They've been alternating wins and losses on the trip. Off a setback last game, they're 2-3 so far, hungry to bounce back. Including the Isles' 5-2 win here last season, the road team has won four straight meetings. Given the Canucks' current struggles, the price is fair.
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