Bo Horvat’s leadership and second-career hat trick propelled the New York Islanders to their first victory of the 2025–26 season, offering a glimmer of hope amid early struggles.
Bo Horvat is doing all he can to keep a few smiles around.
When a team struggles and morale falters, it often falls to a strong leader to galvanize the group and chart a path forward.
After beginning the season winless through four games, the New York Islanders finally secured a 4–2 triumph over the Oilers on Thursday, with Bo Horvat shouldering much of the effort by scoring three of the team’s four goals.