Vegas Golden Knights (14-6-8, in the Pacific Division) vs. New York Islanders (16-11-3, in the Metropolitan Division) Elmont, New York; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Vegas Golden Knights will try to extend a four-game win streak with a victory against the New York Islanders.

Carter Verhaeghe stays red-hot with his sixth goal in six games as the Florida Panthers top the New York Islanders 4-1 on Sunday.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the New York Islanders vs. Florida Panthers NHL game to be played on December 7, 2025 on ESPN.

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

The Islanders’ 3-1 loss to the Bruins drew an honest take from head coach Patrick Roy on what New York needs to do to win games.

Mathew Barzal had a goal and two assists, and the New York Islanders defeated the NHL-leading Colorado Avalanche 6-3.

Hofstra University partners with the New York Islanders and UBS Arena to offer students real-world sports and entertainment experience, internships and community programs.

Snapshots from the New York Islanders' 4-1 loss to the Florida Panthers on December 7th, 2025. Photo credit: Dennis DaSilva /New York Islanders.