Overview

• The New York Rangers defeated the New York Islanders 9-2 on Thursday night, momentarily staving off playoff elimination with three games remaining in their season.
• The Rangers snapped a three-game losing streak, which included an 8-5 loss to the Flyers on Wednesday that had left them on the brink of elimination.
• Tyson Foerster of the Flyers recorded his first career NHL hat trick during Wednesday’s game, contributing to a six-goal third period by Philadelphia.
• Despite the win over the Islanders, the Rangers remain in a precarious position, needing both wins and help from other teams to secure a playoff spot.
• The Flyers, already eliminated from playoff contention, have shown improvement under interim coach Brad Shaw, winning four of their last five games.