The New York Islanders now have a 2-0 lead on the Stanley Cup Champion, Washington Capitals. If the Caps want to stick around the playoffs they will need a win today, they have been outplayed and outhustled in the first two games against the underdog Isles.

Everything you need to know to follow the NHL action today is below!

Washington Capitals vs. New York Islanders

When: Sunday, August 16 Time: 12:00 p.m. ET TV Channel: USA, MSG, NBCS Washington Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)

Prediction: This is a must-win game if the Capitals want the chance of moving on from the first round. Their offense has struggled and I’d expect them to come out fast, but just don’t see them winning this one. Take the Isles ML (+105).

NHL Playoff Schedule

New York Islanders vs. Washington Capitals (Isles lead series 2-0)

Wednesday, Aug. 12: NY Islanders at Washington, 3 p.m. ET
Friday, Aug. 14: NY Islanders at Washington, 8 p.m. ET
Sunday, Aug. 16: Washington at NY Islanders, 12 p.m. ET
Tuesday, Aug. 18: Washington at NY Islanders, 8 p.m. ET
*Thursday, Aug. 20: NY Islanders at Washington
*Saturday, Aug. 22: Washington at NY Islanders
*Sunday, Aug. 23: NY Islanders at Washington

*if necessary

NHL Odds and Betting Lines

NHL odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds last updated Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. ET.

Washington Capitals (-125) vs. New York Islanders (+105)

Goals: 5.5 O: (+115) U: (-139)

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