ROBBERY: Ilya Sorokin LIFTS New York Islanders to Victory, Rookie STARS Impress Without Horvat

New York Islanders stun Tampa Bay Lightning with Ilya Sorokin’s elite goaltending. Can the Islanders maintain first place despite Bo Horvat's injury setback?

Gil Martin breaks down the dramatic shootout win, spotlighting Sorokin’s game-saving performance and the emerging talents of rookies Matthew Schaefer and Cal Ritchie. Analysis includes Anthony Duclair’s resurgence, the bench minor miscue, and the lineup’s struggles without Horvat, who faces 1-3 weeks out. Key topics: sweeping the season series against the Lightning, adjusting the power play, and expectations from Patrick Wa’s tactics. Plus, Pat LaFontaine’s long-awaited induction into the Islanders Hall of Fame and a look ahead to trade rumors involving surplus forwards.

How will the Islanders’ depth respond to Horvat’s absence? Don’t miss this deep analysis of New York’s playoff potential and evolving roster strategy.

All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin.

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