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Islanders Put Sorokin on IR as Horvat Returns for Rangers Matchup

Roster changes on both sides recalibrate a narrow Metropolitan Division race.

ELMONT, NEW YORK - APRIL 10: Alexander Romanov #28 of the New York Islanders and Vincent Trocheck #16 of the New York Rangers battle for position during the third period at UBS Arena on April 10, 2025 in Elmont, New York. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 15: Juho Lammikko #83 of the New Jersey Devils and Alex Ovechkin #8 of the Washington Capitals vie for the puck during the second period of the game at Capital One Arena on November 15, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Ilya Sorokin was placed on injured reserve retroactive to Dec. 20 with a lower-body issue, making him eligible to be activated as soon as Sunday.
  • David Rittich drew a third straight start for the Islanders, with Marcus Hogberg recalled on an emergency basis to serve as backup.
  • Bo Horvat returned after missing five games with a lower‑body injury, rejoining an Islanders lineup that previously beat the Rangers 5-0 in November.
  • Igor Shesterkin was confirmed to start for the Rangers after a brief mask/neck scare in practice, according to coach Mike Sullivan.
  • The teams resumed play at UBS Arena with the Islanders at 20-13-4 and the Rangers at 19-16-4, separated by two points and with the Isles holding games in hand.