The New York Islanders staged a remarkable comeback for the second consecutive game, overturning a 2-0 deficit against the Pittsburgh Penguins with four third-period goals. This victory, following another comeback against the Florida Panthers, underscores their resilience as they fight for a playoff position in the Eastern Conference. With six wins in their last ten games, the Islanders are now just three points away from the final playoff spot. Head coach Patrick Roy praised the team’s effort and resolve, highlighting the importance of their experience and commitment at this critical juncture of the season.
For a second straight game, the New York Islanders were trailing 2-0 heading into the third period. For a second straight night, they reeled off four goals in the final 20 minutes to take all two points.
This is a great group. They care, they want to win. A good sign is even when it was 4-2 for us, they kept going at the end.
Many, including this writer, wrote off the Islanders when they lagged six, eight points behind the second and final Wild Card playoff berth in the Eastern Conference.
Every season's different, but we've found ourselves the last couple years in this situation... This is a veteran group, and we know what it takes at this time of year.
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