Will the New York Islanders Weather the Storm Against the Carolina Hurricanes at UBS Arena?

As the New York Islanders prepare to host the Carolina Hurricanes at UBS Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent trend of success. The Islanders have shown a remarkable ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, as evidenced by their impressive shooting percentage in recent games. Their last encounter with the Hurricanes was particularly notable, with a 29 percent shooting efficiency leading them to a decisive victory.

Despite this victory, it's important to note that consistency has been an issue for both teams. In their past two matchups, each team has claimed one win apiece; however, these victories were achieved in starkly different fashions. The Islanders' win was characterized by precision and efficiency in front of goal, while they suffered from a lack of conversion in their subsequent loss despite outshooting the Hurricanes.

Faceoffs have also been a battleground for these teams. The Islanders struggled in this area during both games but showed significant improvement when it mattered most—during even-strength play.

Defensively, goaltending has been solid for the Islanders with save percentages reflecting confidence between the pipes. This defensive strength will be crucial against a Hurricanes squad known for its aggressive offensive play.

The upcoming game promises to be an exciting clash as both teams vie for dominance on ice. With home advantage and momentum from previous successes against top-tier opponents like Carolina, will this be another opportunity for New York's skaters to shine?

Islanders fans can catch all the action live on April 27th at 18:00 UTC at UBS Arena or tune into TBS, truTV, SportsNet TVAS networks or Max internet broadcast services.