Ilya Sorokin Scores First NHL Goal, Mocks Igor Shesterkin

Ilya Sorokin, the New York Islanders goaltender, scored his first NHL goal during the team's 7-4 victory over the Nashville Predators, making him just the 17th goalie in NHL history to achieve this feat. The goal occurred when a misplayed pass from Predators forward Steven Stamkos slid into an empty net, with Sorokin being the last Islander to touch the puck. Despite the unexpected nature of the goal, Sorokin joked about surpassing fellow goaltender Igor Shesterkin, who has yet to score in his career. Islanders head coach Patrick Roy, a former goalie himself, expressed envy over Sorokin's achievement, noting it was part of his own bucket list. The event adds another layer to the rivalry between the Islanders and Rangers, with the two teams scheduled to face off again soon. Sorokin's accomplishment has sparked light-hearted banter in the hockey community, underscoring the unpredictability of the sport.