Islanders Face Critical Game 5 Against Hurricanes

With their season on the line, the New York Islanders aim to extend their playoff journey in a do-or-die game against the Carolina Hurricanes.

The Islanders are facing elimination but have shown resilience, winning Game 4 in double overtime to stay in the series.
Mathew Barzal's performance has been pivotal, including scoring the game-winning goal in Game 4.
Islanders' coach Patrick Roy emphasizes the need for the team to write their own story and seize the moment.
Goaltender Semyon Varlamov's strong play has been crucial, boasting a .930 save percentage in the series.
The Islanders have been a streaky team, but their ability to win crucial games has kept their playoff hopes alive.