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Islanders Win Third Straight, Sorokin Ties Shutout Record

12/7/2025

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The New York Islanders defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0 on December 6, 2025, marking their third consecutive win.
Goalie Ilya Sorokin made 32 saves, achieving his 25th career shutout, which ties the franchise record.
Calum Ritchie scored the game-winning goal during a power play, and Casey Cizikas added an empty-netter.
The Lightning struggled offensively without key player Nikita Kucherov and failed to convert on power plays.
The Islanders currently rank third in the Metropolitan Division and will face the Florida Panthers next.

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The New York Islanders defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0 on December 6, 2025, marking their third consecutive win.
Goalie Ilya Sorokin made 32 saves, achieving his 25th career shutout, which ties the franchise record.
Calum Ritchie scored the game-winning goal during a power play, and Casey Cizikas added an empty-netter.
The Lightning struggled offensively without key player Nikita Kucherov and failed to convert on power plays.
The Islanders currently rank third in the Metropolitan Division and will face the Florida Panthers next.