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Predators Edge Islanders 2-1 in Shootout Behind Saros' 30 Saves

New York departs with one point after surrendering a short‑handed equalizer, extending power‑play concerns.

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Jan 8, 2026; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros (74) blocks the shot of New York Islanders left wing Anders Lee (27) during the second period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Filip Forsberg netted the only shootout goal to deliver Nashville the extra point.
  • Juuse Saros stopped all three attempts in the tiebreaker and turned away Matthew Schaefer on an overtime breakaway with 20 seconds left.
  • Nashville moved to 3-0 in shootouts this season, all with Saros in net.
  • Simon Holmström scored for the Islanders, while David Rittich made 26 saves for New York.
  • The Islanders had two five‑on‑four chances and conceded Ryan O’Reilly’s late short‑handed equalizer, then continue the road trip at Minnesota on Saturday.