Get ready for a Metropolitan Division clash as the New York Islanders travel to Raleigh to face the Carolina Hurricanes. Both teams are looking to bounce back after suffering losses earlier this week, making this a critical early-season matchup.
This guide has everything you need to tune into the action, including TV channels, streaming options, and a complete game preview.
NY Islanders at Hurricanes: How to Watch in USA & Canada
- Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- Venue: Lenovo Center, Raleigh, North Carolina
How to Watch in the USA
In the United States, this game is an exclusive national stream. You can watch the Islanders vs. Hurricanes game live on the following platforms:
- Streaming (Exclusive): ESPN+
- Streaming (Bundles): Hulu, Disney+
This game will not be on local cable TV in the US. You must have a subscription to one of the services above to watch the game.
How to Watch in Canada
For fans in Canada, this all-American matchup is considered an “out-of-market” game. It will be available for streaming exclusively on:
- Streaming: Sportsnet+ (Premium subscription, formerly NHL Live/Centre Ice) or IPTV: NHLPPV
Islanders vs Hurricanes: 2025-26 Season Matchup Preview
Both the Islanders and Hurricanes are coming into this game needing a win. On Tuesday, the Islanders (4-4-1) fell 5-2 to the Boston Bruins, while the Hurricanes (6-3-0) were defeated 6-3 at home by the Vegas Golden Knights.
This is a classic “something’s got to give” game. The Hurricanes are a powerhouse at home but are looking to stop a two-game skid, while the Islanders need to find consistency to keep pace in the competitive Metro division.
Leading Scorers (2025-26 Season):
- New York Islanders:
- Bo Horvat: 11 points (6 goals)
- Anders Lee: 6 assists
- Carolina Hurricanes:
- Sebastian Aho: 11 points (7 assists)
- Seth Jarvis: 7 goals
Key Injuries: The Islanders continue to be without backup goaltender Semyon Varlamov (lower-body). The Hurricanes may be missing a key piece on their blue line, as defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere sustained a lower-body injury in Tuesday’s game against Vegas and his status is uncertain.
Betting Odds & Game Prediction
When I look at this matchup, I see two teams desperate to get back in the win column. The betting odds reflect Carolina’s strength at home, with the Hurricanes listed as heavy favorites at -215 and the over/under set at 6.5 goals.
Personally, I think that 6.5 O/U is the real story. Both teams just gave up a combined 11 goals in their last games, and both offenses have elite scorers. Carolina’s offense is deep, with Aho and Jarvis leading the charge, but the Islanders’ top line, led by the red-hot Bo Horvat, can score on anyone.
I expect a high-paced game as both teams try to correct their defensive lapses from Tuesday. Carolina is the better team on paper and is playing at home, so I predict they will win, but I wouldn’t be surprised to see the Islanders cover the spread in a high-scoring affair.
Score Prediction: Hurricanes 5 – Islanders 3
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