Predators Overtime Win Damages Islanders' Playoff Hopes, 7-6

The New York Islanders suffered a dramatic 7-6 overtime loss to the Nashville Predators, a defeat that severely jeopardizes their playoff hopes. Despite holding leads at various points, including a 6-4 advantage late in the game, the Islanders allowed two late goals that forced overtime, where Fedor Svechkov scored the winner. Simon Holmstrom stood out for the Islanders with a career-high four points, marking his first 20-goal season. The loss leaves New York nine points behind the final Eastern Conference wildcard spot with only five games remaining. Goaltender Ilya Sorokin left the game with a potential injury, compounding the team's struggles as they face almost certain elimination from playoff contention. The Predators ended a six-game losing streak with this victory, showcasing a surprising offensive performance against a team still fighting for a playoff berth.