Hurricanes Defeat Islanders 6-4, Extend Islanders' Losing Streak to Five

Carolina secures its 11th win in 13 games, while the Islanders' playoff hopes dwindle as they remain three points out of the Eastern Conference wild-card spot.

Seth Jarvis scored twice, including a short-handed goal, and Sebastian Aho contributed a goal and two assists in the Hurricanes' victory.
Dmitry Orlov scored the game-winning goal in the third period to give Carolina a 5-4 lead, solidifying their strong Metropolitan Division standing.
The Islanders' special teams struggled, allowing a short-handed goal and failing to capitalize on a critical four-minute power play opportunity.
Pierre Engvall recorded his first career two-goal game for the Islanders, who now face a challenging schedule in their bid to stay in the playoff race.
Carolina improved their dominant home record to 29-8-1, maintaining second place in the Metropolitan Division with home-ice advantage in the playoffs likely secured.