Fansided · Dec 14, 2025
Sorokin steals game as Islanders pull out 3-2 SO victory over Lightning
Dec 13, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin (30) makes a save on Tampa Bay Lightning center Anthony Cirelli (71) defended by New York Islanders left wing Jonathan Drouin (29) during during the third period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images | Dennis Schneidler-Imagn ImagesThe New York Islanders pulled out a gritty 3-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning in the shootout on Saturday evening at UBS Arena.
The game was a tough contest for the Isles as they played without leading scorer Bo Horvat. But that didn’t stop the Isles from jumping out to an early 2-0 lead.