Islanders 3*, Panthers 2 (*SO): With This Backhand, Thou Be Judged
The New York Islanders came back twice to tie the Florida Panthers 2-2 and win the shootout via a Frans Nielsen backhand.
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Islanders 4*, Hurricanes 3 (*SO): Near-Disaster Averted
The New York Islanders nearly coughed up a winnable game with under five minutes left, but John Tavares and Kyle Okposo combined to tie the game with 90 seconds left, and the Islanders beat the Hurricanes in the shootout.
Islanders 2*, Wild 1 (*SO): Nielsen Backhand of Judgment Seals It
The New York Islanders squeaked out a shootout win over the Minnesota Wild with a Frans Nielsen backhand after Andrew MacDonald's goal was equalized by Cal Clutterbuck.
Islanders 2*, Penguins 1 (*SO): Isles end Crosby's streak, delight haters
The New York Islanders stopped Sidney Crosby's 25-game points streak and rebounded from an ugly game against the Rangers to down the Penguins in the shootout.
Islanders 4*, Predators 3 (*SO): Streit saves the day, Martin debuts with 2 assists
A late Mark Streit equalizer and an outstanding NHL debut for Matt Martin helped the Islanders get to the shootout, where they prevailed 4-3.
Islanders 2*, Panthers 1 (*SO): Tied for 7th, finding believers
The Islanders continued a 14-game roll, pulling into a tie for 7th in the East with a 1-1 shootout win over the Panthers.
Islanders 3*, Sabres 2 (*SO): Rick DiPietro's first win since Dec. 2008
Rick DiPietro earned his first win since December 2008, as the Islanders continue to roll, slipping past the Sabres in a shootout (2-2).
