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Islanders' Winning Streak Ends with Late Predators Goal

2/1/2026

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The New York Islanders lost 4-3 to the Nashville Predators on January 31, 2026, ending their three-game winning streak.
Roman Josi scored the game-winning goal late in the third period after the Islanders led 2-0 and 3-2.
Goaltender Ilya Sorokin made 38 saves, but the team faced criticism for poor puck management and defensive lapses.
Coach Patrick Roy called the second period their worst of the year, and the loss dropped the Islanders to third in the Metropolitan Division.
The Islanders have crucial upcoming games against the Capitals and Penguins.

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The New York Islanders lost 4-3 to the Nashville Predators on January 31, 2026, ending their three-game winning streak.
Roman Josi scored the game-winning goal late in the third period after the Islanders led 2-0 and 3-2.
Goaltender Ilya Sorokin made 38 saves, but the team faced criticism for poor puck management and defensive lapses.
Coach Patrick Roy called the second period their worst of the year, and the loss dropped the Islanders to third in the Metropolitan Division.
The Islanders have crucial upcoming games against the Capitals and Penguins.