Simon Holmstrom’s sudden‑death goal at 1:50 of overtime lifts the New York Islanders to a 4‑3 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets, sealing their fourth consecutive win.
The Islanders improved to 8‑0 in overtime this season, the only team in the league yet to drop a shootout decision (AP NHL) and a league‑best clutch performance (AP News).
Simon Holmstrom received the puck from Tony DeAngelo, cut toward the net, and fired a wrist shot past Jet Greaves for his 14th goal of the campaign and his second overtime winner.
Scott Mayfield contributed a goal and an assist, while Anders Lee and Jean‑Gabriel Pageau struck 22 seconds apart in the second period to erase a two‑goal deficit.
Ilya Sorokin made 27 saves, preserving the lead, and Columbus’ Zach Werenski extended his points streak to nine games, the longest by a defenseman in franchise history.
Here’s a quick look at the key takeaways:
- Islanders: 8‑0 in overtime (best in NHL)
- Four straight wins ties franchise record
- Holmstrom: 14th goal of season
Up next, the Islanders host Florida on Sunday, while the Blue Jackets travel to New York to face the Rangers on Monday.
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