No standings position, record, games left, or distance from the playoff cutoff is listed for either team. That makes the playoff stakes unclear. Neither side can be called a must-win based on the available information. The game is on Saturday, October 3.
The Islanders are 1-4-0 in their last five games and have two points in that span. Casey Cizikas leads them with one goal, while Mathew Barzal has three assists. The Devils are 2-3-0 and have four points. Dawson Mercer has two goals, and Dougie Hamilton has four assists.
The recent meetings strongly favor the Islanders. They have won all five of the last five games between these teams, including four wins in regulation. The Devils are 0-4-1 in those meetings and have earned one point.
The Islanders have the edge because of that head-to-head record. They have also won all five recent meetings, while New Jersey has not won one in that span. The Devils have been better over the last five games, but their record against the Islanders remains a major concern.
Hot scorer and setting up count each team's last five games.
Records, streaks, splits and player numbers, answered in seconds from real game results.
Devils visit Islanders on October 3, 2026. Puck drop is 6:30 PM CDT.
At UBS Arena in Elmont, the Islanders home rink.
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