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Patrick Roy Wins Debut as New York Islanders Coach

Islanders Snap Four-Game Losing Streak with Overtime Win Against Dallas Stars

  • Patrick Roy won his debut as the head coach of the New York Islanders, with the team defeating the Dallas Stars 3-2 in overtime.
  • Bo Horvat scored the winning goal 41 seconds into overtime, ending the Islanders' four-game losing streak.
  • Roy, a Hall of Fame goaltender, was hired to replace Lane Lambert after the Islanders went 0-3-1 on a four-game trip.
  • Roy has indicated a shift towards embracing analytics, particularly in identifying areas where the Islanders need to improve.
  • Despite the win, the Islanders still face challenges, with Roy noting the team's poor performance in areas such as puck possession and breakouts.
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