The New York Islanders are going to the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 27 years, snapping the NHL's longest streak without a final four appearance.
The Isles put on a clinic against the Flyers in Game 7 on Saturday, scoring two first-period goals en route to a 4-0 win. Backup goalie Thomas Greiss -- whom coach Barry Trotz gave the start to give the Isles "freshness" -- recorded the shutout, but he only needed to make 16 saves.
"This is a big day and a big win for us," said New York forward Brock Nelson, who has been with the team since 2013.