On December 6, 2025, the New York Islanders secured a 3-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning, marking their second win against this opponent this season. Goaltender Ilya Sorokin stood out with an impressive 30 saves, effectively shutting down the Lightning's offensive attempts throughout the game.
"Ilya was outstanding tonight," an Islanders spokesperson said. "His performance was crucial to our success."
The Islanders demonstrated disciplined play and strong teamwork, capitalizing on scoring chances while maintaining a tight defensive structure.
This game showcased the Islanders’ defensive strength and Sorokin’s exceptional goaltending, crucial factors in their decisive shutout win.