This is an 8* bet on the ISLANDERS.

This is a really tough spot for the Blues, who are coming off a big upset win in Washington last night. That wasn't the first time they beat the Capitals this year. They beat them at home 12 days ago, then came out and lost to the Islanders (at home) the next time out. This time, the Blues carry a three-game win streak into Brooklyn. But the result should be the same as it was the last time. The Islanders have played outstanding hockey of late, winning 11 of their last 14 games. They are off an incredibly impressive victory as they beat Tampa Bay 5-1 on Sunday. I mentioned that the Blues have won three straight. That matches their longest win streak of the season, so another win would be uncharted territory for them. It hasn't really been a very good season in St. Louis with the team still below .500. More importantly, they are 0-5 when playing on the second night of a back to back. When they hosted the Islanders 10 days ago, they lost even though the Islanders managed just 14 shots on goal. You have to figure they'll see more shots tonight and that means more goals for the home team. Play on NY ISLANDERS

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