New York Islanders vs Vancouver Canucks Head-to-Head

Islanders built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 53 of 86 decided meetings (62%) (plus 13 ties). In the shootout era they are 13-17 against each other (43% Islanders). 13 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. They have crossed paths in the postseason 6 times. Games average a 2.4-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Islanders' 9-goal win. The 1970s produced the deepest sample with 39 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1972, so the rivalry has spanned 54 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Islanders won 4-3 on Jan 19, 2026. Through the 2020s Canucks have led 8-4 between the teams.