The Panthers (41-23-3) can restore a six-point lead on the Tampa Bay Lightning for first place in the Atlantic Division with a win. The Islanders (29-28-8) have lost three in a row (0-2-1) and trail the Rangers by six points for the second wild card in the East.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Edmonton Oilers vs. New York Rangers NHL game to be played on March 16, 2025 on ESPN.

Leon Draisaitl scored twice, including the game-winner with 1:07 left in overtime Friday night, as the Edmonton Oilers edged the New York Islanders 2-1 in Elmont, N.Y.

The Edmonton Oilers grabbed a much-needed win on Friday night, beating the New York Islanders 2-1 in overtime thanks to superstar Leon Draisaitl. The German found the back of the net to give his team the victory,