Hurricanes Stage Dramatic Comeback to Defeat Islanders 5-3

Carolina Hurricanes overturn a 3-0 deficit with two goals in nine seconds late in the third period, taking a 2-0 series lead.

• The Islanders led 3-0 early but failed to maintain pressure, allowing the Hurricanes to dominate late in the game.
• Sebastian Aho and Jordan Martinook scored crucial goals within nine seconds of each other, swinging the momentum.
• Carolina's aggressive play in the third period was highlighted by outshooting the Islanders 17-1.
• The loss leaves the Islanders down 2-0 as the series moves back to New York for Game 3.
• Carolina's Brett Pesce suffered a lower-body injury, casting a shadow on the victory.

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