Islanders vs Blackhawks NHL Prediction, Odds, Picks, Best Bets for Oct. 8

The NHL slate on Thursday includes the New York Islanders facing the Chicago Blackhawks.

Get the latest NHL odds ahead of this matchup on FanDuel Sportsbook.

Islanders vs Blackhawks Game Info

• New York Islanders (1-2) vs. Chicago Blackhawks (1-3)
• Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
• Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
• Venue: UBS Arena -- Elmont, New York
• Coverage: ESPN+

Islanders vs Blackhawks Odds

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Islanders vs Blackhawks Prediction & Pick

All NHL win probability predictions and picks are according to numberFire.

• Prediction: Islanders win (59.6%)

Islanders vs Blackhawks Puck Line

• The Islanders are 1.5-goal favorites against the Blackhawks. The Islanders are +128 to cover the spread, and the Blackhawks are -160.

Islanders vs Blackhawks Over/Under

• A combined goal total of 5.5 has been set for Islanders-Blackhawks on Oct. 8, with the over at -122 and the under at +100.

Islanders vs Blackhawks Moneyline

• New York is a -176 favorite on the moneyline, while Chicago is a +146 underdog on the road.

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