Overview
- Evan Roberts, a noted Islanders fan, criticized Rangers fans for their exuberant celebration after the Rangers' 6-5 overtime victory against the Islanders in the Stadium Series game.
- Roberts mocked the Rangers' fans, suggesting they over-celebrated a regular season game and compared their behavior to that of Yankees fans.
- Despite the Islanders leading 4-1 and 5-3 at different points, the Rangers managed a comeback, tying the game with 1:29 left in regulation before winning in overtime.
- Roberts' comments sparked reactions, with some seeing them as a reflection of the Islanders' struggles and others as an unnecessary attack on fans.
- The Rangers lead the Metropolitan Division with 75 points, while the Islanders are outside the playoff picture with 58 points.