In a thrilling matchup, the New York Islanders triumphed over the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-3, with Bo Horvat leading the charge with a goal and two assists. Isaiah George celebrated his first NHL goal, while contributions from Maxim Tsyplakov, Jean-Gabriel Pageau, Noah Dobson, and Mathew Barzal secured the victory. Ilya Sorokin made 27 saves, halting a two-game losing streak for the Islanders.
Despite the loss, William Nylander shone for Toronto, scoring twice. The Maple Leafs were missing their captain, Auston Matthews, due to an injury sustained in the previous game. The Islanders have now won five consecutive games against Toronto, showcasing their dominance in this rivalry.