The Nashville Predators are performing above the expectations many had for them, and Matt Duchene is back to being a top performer. Ryan Johansen appears to be back in form, too. They’re fourth in the Central, just one point behind the Avalanche and Blues. And they make their first visit to the new arena at Belmont Park tonight. Catch up on Predators news at On the Forecheck.
The Islanders, 6-10-5 with a paltry 17 points, have actually earned points in four straight. Following two OT losses and a shootout loss, they finally ended their 11-game winless streak with a win over the Senators.