The New York Islanders were on the verge of overtaking the rival New York Rangers for second place in the Metropolitan Division two weeks ago, but they have gone into a tailspin and suddenly find their own playoff hopes in jeopardy. The Islanders look to snap a four-game skid (0-3-1) when they host the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night.

The New York Rangers continue to show an amazing resiliency as they attempt to hold off the Pittsburgh Penguins for second place in the Metropolitan Division. Holding a two-point edge over the Penguins and having played one more game, New York looks to hand the visiting Boston Bruins their fourth straight defeat on Wednesday night.