Dylan Strome's Hat Trick Leads Capitals Over Islanders 3-1

Dylan Strome led the Washington Capitals to a 3-1 victory over the New York Islanders with a hat trick on Tuesday night, marking his third career hat trick and a personal best of 29 goals this season. Strome's performance included a power-play goal in the first period, an even-strength goal in the second, and an empty-net goal in the final minutes, pushing his point total to 81. Charlie Lindgren contributed with 33 saves, achieving his 20th win of the season, while the Capitals solidified their position as Metropolitan Division champions. The Islanders, who will miss the playoffs for the second time in four seasons, saw Hudson Fasching score their lone goal. Despite the loss, veteran forward Matt Martin played what is likely his final home game with the team. The Capitals are gearing up for the playoffs, closing out their regular season against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday.