SWEEP: New York Islanders Dominate Rivals as Ilya Sorokin SHINES and Fourth Line SPARKS Victory

The New York Islanders grind out a crucial 3-1 win over the New Jersey Devils, sweeping their season series against local rivals and staying alive in the playoff hunt. Facing offensive struggles—just 14 shots on goal—Gil Martin explores how stellar goaltending from Ilya Sorokin and big moments from Bo Horvat and the revitalized fourth line powered the team to victory. Could this "winning ugly" formula spark a late-season surge?

Key subjects include Cal Ritchie’s unexpected return, the controversial benching of Anthony Duclair, and ongoing frustrations with Jonathan Drouin’s ice time despite his scoring slump. Gil Martin breaks down the tightening Metro Division race, Horvat and Palat’s Olympic selections, and the pressing need for more offensive urgency. Stay for insights on trade deadline possibilities and a nod to Islanders Birthday of the Day, Mike Hough. Islanders fans, is this resilience a sign of things to come?

All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin.

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