The New York Islanders (5-6-3) will attempt to break their losing skid against the Vancouver Canucks (11-3-1) in Vancouver on Wednesday, November 15 at 10:00 PM ET. The Canucks are moneyline favorites at -155 to win.

The Islanders have lost their last five straight games and need to stop the bleeding for a while now. In fact, it has been nearly two weeks since a win. Their most recent performance was a 4-1 loss to the Edmonton Oilers.

Their recent defeats have pushed them back to the Metropolitan Division. In those five losses, they have averaged 1.8 goals and allowed 4.2 goals a game, with only one game being decided by a one goal win in overtime. Brock Nelson leads them in scoring with six goals.

They have been averaging 2.36 goals a game and take 31.3 shots per contest. Their ability to score in power play situations is a bit lacking, as they have just six goals and have a power play percentage at 15.8.

On defense, they are allowing opponents to average 3.14 goals a game on 34.4 shot attempts. At this rate, their opponents are able to fire off their shots with ease. In power play situations, they have allowed 12 goals.

The Canucks have gone 4-1 in their most recent five games. In their previous matchup, they defeated the Montreal Canadiens 5-2, which was another game they won by several goals.

Their success has put them currently second in the Pacific Division. In their recent stretch of five games, they have averaged 4.0 goals and have allowed 2.2 goals each game. Brock Boeser has accumulated the most goals for them with 12 (third-best in league).

Offensively, they have put up 4.40 goals per contest on 29.1 shots. This is a great output and shows that they get quality looks at the goal. They also know how to accumulate goals in power play opportunities, with 18 of these goals currently on the season with a power play percentage at 31.6.

Their defense has been stellar too, as they allow 2.20 goals against per game on 30.6 shot attempts. In power play opportunities for their opponents, they have allowed just six goals overall in those situations.

MyBookie has the Vancouver Canucks as slight contenders to find success in this matchup at home.

Based on the recent form from the Islanders, it makes sense to choose the Canucks. Look for the Canucks to land another game by two goals.