Islanders' Ilya Sorokin Scores First Career Goal in Win Over Predators

Sorokin becomes the 17th goalie in NHL history to score as the Islanders defeat the Predators 7-4 in a high-scoring matchup.

Ilya Sorokin was credited with his first career NHL goal after a misplayed pass by Nashville's Steven Stamkos sent the puck into an empty net late in the third period.
Sorokin is now one of only 17 goalies in NHL history to score a goal, and the third this season, following similar achievements by Alex Nedeljkovic and Filip Gustavsson.
The Islanders dominated the game early, outshooting the Predators 19-3 in the first period and building a 3-0 lead, with Brock Nelson contributing two goals and an assist.
The Predators, missing key players Roman Josi and Gustav Nyquist, struggled defensively and have now lost three of their last four games.
This victory keeps the Islanders within reach of a playoff spot, though they remain seven points behind the final Eastern Conference wild card position.