Fedor Svechkov's OT Goal Leads Predators Past Islanders 7-6

Fedor Svechkov scored the game-winning goal in overtime, helping the Nashville Predators secure a 7-6 victory against the New York Islanders, ending a six-game losing streak. The Predators rallied from a two-goal deficit late in the third period, with Steven Stamkos contributing significantly with two goals and two assists. Svechkov's decisive shot, his eighth goal of the season, came 1:56 into overtime against Islanders' backup Marcus Hogberg, who replaced the injured Ilya Sorokin. The victory, however, offers little for the Predators' playoff hopes, as they have already been eliminated from contention. Despite the team's struggles, Svechkov, a first-round pick in 2021, has shown promise as a rookie, displaying poise in critical moments. The Islanders, who are still vying for a playoff spot, saw contributions from Simon Holmstrom and Maxim Tsyplakov but ultimately couldn't maintain their lead.