"Through two games, the Islanders have not only allowed good chances against - they've allowed great chances, and more so than any other team. Ilya Sorokin, who has been in net for both games, has faced 25 high-danger shots, tied with Dustin Wolf of the Calgary Flames for most in the league. The only difference between the two netminders is that Wolf has played three games."
"While Ilya Sorokin has let in some questionable goals, he's also saved plenty that should have been goals, all while being hung out to dry. Alexander Romanov has struggled out of the gate after signing a new 8-year contract, playing the fewest minutes of any Islanders defenseman in Saturday's game against the Washington Capitals. Scott Mayfield, who has been paired with Matthew Schaefer, hasn't exactly been a stalwart alongside the 18-year-old, often putting his partner in difficult decisions with the puck."
"It hasn't exactly been the prettiest start to a season for the NY Islanders. Allowing four goals in each of their first two games, this lineup doesn't exactly have the horses to get into a high-scoring affair. There has been an emphasis on playing at a higher pace this season, but that doesn't mean abandoning play in their own end."
Through two games the Islanders have surrendered numerous high-danger chances, with Ilya Sorokin facing 25 such shots, tied for the league lead with Calgary's Dustin Wolf. The team's expected goals against per 60 minutes stands at 4.43. The lineup allowed four goals in each game while lacking offensive firepower to outscore opponents. Defensive breakdowns are evident: Alexander Romanov has struggled and logged limited minutes, Scott Mayfield frequently places partners in difficult puck decisions, and younger defensemen face challenging assignments. The team emphasized a faster pace but must maintain defensive responsibility. Continued defensive issues could result in another lottery season.
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