Islanders End Lightning’s Winning Streak
In a thrilling showdown on Tuesday night, the New York Islanders triumphed over the Tampa Bay Lightning with a 2-1 victory, effectively putting an end to the Lightning’s impressive seven-game winning streak. Goaltender Ilya Sorokin stood strong in the net, recording 28 saves for his eighth victory of the season, helping the Islanders recover from a difficult stretch that had seen them lose their previous three games.
Key Moments of the Game
The game kicked off with excitement as Bo Horvat scored just 55 seconds into the second period, taking advantage of his own rebound to shake off the Lightning. This marks Horvat’s 16th goal of the season, further solidifying his position as a frontrunner for a spot on Canada’s roster for the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. Anthony Duclair extended the Islanders’ lead in the third period at the 5:30 mark. Notably, Callum Ritchie, the 20-year-old forward who was the focal point of last season’s trade involving Brock Nelson, assisted on Duclair’s goal.
Final Moments
Despite the late efforts from Tampa Bay, which saw Dominic James slip a shot past Sorokin with just 4:34 left in the game, it was not enough to turn the tide for the Lightning, who currently sit atop the Atlantic Division standings.
Looking Ahead
Both teams look ahead to their next matches with Tampa Bay set to face the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday. Meanwhile, the Islanders will host the Colorado Avalanche the same night, wrapping up an extensive seven-game homestand.
