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Islanders Snap Losing Streak with Halloween Win Over Capitals

11/1/2025

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The New York Islanders defeated the Washington Capitals 3-1 on Halloween night, ending a three-game losing streak.
Ilya Sorokin made 22 saves, while Bo Horvat scored the game-winning goal after Jean-Gabriel Pageau equalized with a short-handed goal.
Tom Wilson initially put the Capitals ahead, but Horvat's third-period goal and an empty-netter from Mathew Barzal secured the victory.
This win improved the Islanders' standing in the Eastern Conference following a tough loss to Carolina.

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The New York Islanders defeated the Washington Capitals 3-1 on Halloween night, ending a three-game losing streak.
Ilya Sorokin made 22 saves, while Bo Horvat scored the game-winning goal after Jean-Gabriel Pageau equalized with a short-handed goal.
Tom Wilson initially put the Capitals ahead, but Horvat's third-period goal and an empty-netter from Mathew Barzal secured the victory.
This win improved the Islanders' standing in the Eastern Conference following a tough loss to Carolina.