The New York Islanders faced a heartbreaking defeat against the Columbus Blue Jackets, losing 4-3 in a shootout after a controversial no-goal call. Kyle Palmieri thought he scored the game-winner by redirecting a shot from Alexander Romanov, but the referees ruled it out due to goaltender interference against Elvis Merzlikins. Coach Patrick Roy expressed frustration, questioning the reliance on Toronto for reviews, while Palmieri argued that the contact was initiated in the crease and criticized the quickness of the call. This loss leaves the Islanders tied with their New York rivals, the Rangers, and just one point behind the Montreal Canadiens for the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.