Luc LeBlanc
• Content Editor
3+ years betting experience
Updated:
Apr 12, 2026 , 09:07 AM ET
• 3 min read
LeBlanc’s prediction: Slafkovsky continues dishing out apples.
EXPERT PICK – PROP
Juraj Slafkovsky o0.5 Assists (+110)
Photo By – Reuters Connect. Montréal Canadiens left wing Juraj Slafkovský (20) controls the puck.
The Montreal Canadiens are right back in action on Sunday, April 12, as they head south of the border to face the New York Islanders. The Isles are hanging onto playoff hopes by a thread, while the Canadiens are fighting for the Atlantic Division crown along with home ice advantage.
My Canadiens vs. Islanders predictions and NHL picks suggest fans may be treated to a high-scoring thriller in Long Island, with some of the Habs’ usual suspects eager to right the ship after a tough loss at home last night.
Canadiens vs Islanders prediction
Canadiens vs Islanders best bet: Juraj Slafkovsky o0.5 Assists (+110)
Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky has emerged as one of the game’s premier power forwards. The young Slovak has 10 assists in his last 12 games and 13 in his last 16. He has four helpers across an active three-game streak.
This matchup is right up Slaf’s alley, as he torched the Islanders with two goals and four points on March 21.
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Canadiens vs Islanders same-game parlay
The Canadiens’ blue line took a massive hit last night as Noah Dobson will likely miss extended time with an injury.
Cue Lane Hutson, who already ranks second in the NHL in blocked shots since the last time these teams played, as he’ll be expected to step up in Dobson’s absence.
The sophomore blueliner has blocked 25 shots in his last 11 games.
Although the Isles rank 24th in goals scored, they’ve actually hit the Over in five of their last seven. Furthermore, these teams have hit the Over in three straight and in eight of their last 10 meetings.
Canadiens vs Islanders SGP
Juraj Slafkovaky Over 0.5 assists
Lane Hutson Over 1.5 blocked shots
Over 6.5
Canadiens vs Islanders odds
Moneyline: Canadiens -110 | Islanders -110
Puck Line: Canadiens +1.5 (-275) | Islanders -1.5 (+220)
Over/Under: Over 6.5 (+110) | Under 6.5 (-130)
Canadiens vs Islanders trend
The Over has hit in three straight meetings, and in eight of the last 10. Find more NHL betting trends for Canadiens vs. Islanders.
How to watch Canadiens vs Islanders
Location
UBS Arena, Elmont, NY
Date
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Puck drop
6:00 p.m. ET
TV
TSN2
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Luc has been passionate about sports since he was a child, playing competitive hockey and staying closely tuned to professional leagues. Today, he brings that same energy to his work as a Content Editor, covering NHL games, player props, and betting trends with a sharp, analytical eye.
Since 2023, Luc has been writing picks and analysis for various publications, helping readers discover value in several major sports. While hockey is his specialty, he also closely follows tennis, keeping up with both the ATP and WTA Tours.
A graduate of Saint Mary’s University (BSc, Geography, 2025), Luc approaches sports betting the way he approaches maps and statistics by looking for patterns, trends, and angles that give him an edge. He focuses on research-backed and well-informed picks, spotting correlations, and finding the best opportunities in player props and game markets.
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