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New York Islanders (NYI)

Eastern – Metropolitan • Record: 5-3-2 (PTS 12)
Chasing Washington Capitals for a wild card spot
Magic # 147
Tragic # 149
On pace for 101 points • playoff line ≈ 97 points
+4 ahead of the line
Playoff odds 54.9%
Top 3 in division 43.6% • Wild card 11.3% • Division title 7.2%
Full league odds →
Can't clinch for at least 37 more games. Can't be eliminated for at least 38 more games. Scenarios →

Tonight’s rooting guide


Live rooting guide — it updates as games go final, so items may disappear.
Showing remaining games that can still affect your numbers.
Your game
  • If New York Islanders beat Dallas Stars in regulation tonight, your Magic number -2 and your Tragic number -2.
    Magic -2Tragic -2
  • If New York Islanders beat Dallas Stars in OT/SO tonight, your Magic number -2.
    Magic -2
  • If New York Islanders lose to Dallas Stars in regulation tonight, your Tragic number -2.
    Tragic -2
  • If New York Islanders lose to Dallas Stars in OT/SO tonight, your Magic number -1 and your Tragic number -1.
    Magic -1Tragic -1
Dig deeper: what-if explorer

What-if explorer

Drag the sliders — the numbers recalculate instantly using the site's real playoff math.
If New York Islanders go 5-5-0 while Washington Capitals go 6-4:
Magic # 147 → 129Magic -18 Tragic # 149 → 136Tragic -13
Assumes these games come against teams outside your race; every other rival's record stays as-is.
Frequently asked questions

What is the New York Islanders magic number right now?

The New York Islanders magic number is currently 147. Any combination of New York Islanders points and losses by the team chasing them that adds up to 147 clinches a playoff spot.

What is the New York Islanders tragic number?

The New York Islanders tragic number is 149. When it hits 0 the team is mathematically eliminated from playoff contention. It shrinks when the New York Islanders lose or when the team chasing them gains ground.

What are the New York Islanders playoff odds?

Based on 10,000 simulations of the remaining schedule, the New York Islanders make the playoffs in about 54.9% of outcomes.

What is a magic number in hockey?

A magic number is the combined total of points a team must earn (and its closest chaser must fail to earn) to guarantee a playoff spot. In the NHL it counts standings points, since wins are worth 2 points and overtime losses 1.

When did the New York Islanders last make the playoffs?

The New York Islanders last made the NHL playoffs in 2023-24. They have missed 2 straight postseasons.

When did the New York Islanders last win the Stanley Cup?

The New York Islanders have won 4 Stanley Cup titles, most recently in 1982-83.

How often are these numbers updated?

Standings and magic numbers on Sports Magic Numbers refresh throughout the day and after every NHL game, so the numbers here reflect the live playoff race.

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