Islanders Triumph Over Penguins in Overtime, 5-4
Adam Pelech's overtime goal ends Islanders' three-game losing streak.
- Adam Pelech scored the game-winning goal in overtime, giving the New York Islanders a 5-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins and ending their three-game losing streak.
- The Islanders' penalty kill unit, which has struggled throughout the season, played a crucial role in the win with a perfect 3-for-3 performance.
- Brock Nelson and Mathew Barzal each contributed a goal and an assist, while Ilya Sorokin made 37 saves for the Islanders.
- The Penguins have now lost two straight games and five of their last six, struggling to stay in the playoff picture.
- Erik Karlsson reached 800 career points, becoming the 19th defenseman in NHL history to achieve this milestone.