The 8-2 Islanders travel to Nashville to meet the Preds who have won 2 straight at home, allowing just a pair of goals total. They only scored 4, and that has been the way of their offense this year. They are 30th in the league in goals scored and PP performance, while the defense has been average. The difference in the last two game is that Saros, who has played to mixed reviews this season, has found his usual form, with a save % of over .970 in those games.
The 8-2 Islanders have their usual strong defense (5th in the league), but this year they are putting the puck in the net with a bit more frequency. They have been good on the road, and also have a sharp goaltender at the moment. Sorokin has been terrific all season, allowing just over 2 goals a game, with a .932 save %. Nashville has been very stingy on the road, and with two top goalies involved, we could see a tight game on Thursday. Take the under in a good old goalies' duel.