Islanders Face Kraken in Exciting Hockey Clash
The New York Islanders are set to face off against the Seattle Kraken in an exciting hockey clash. This matchup takes place at Climate Pledge Arena on Wednesday, at 9:30 PM ET. Both teams are looking to improve their standings as the season progresses.
Recent Performance of the Islanders
The Islanders recently completed a seven-game road trip, concluding with a close 4-3 victory over the Vancouver Canucks. This win marked the Canucks’ 11th consecutive loss, highlighting the Islanders’ current form.
- Anthony Duclair scored two goals.
- Ryan Pulock and Tony DeAngelo each added one goal.
- Ilya Sorokin was impressive in goal, making 29 saves on 32 shots.
Projected Lineup for Islanders
As for the lineup against the Kraken, the Islanders have made some adjustments. Max Shabanov returns to the team after a brief absence as a healthy scratch. His contributions have been significant this season, with a total of 15 points from four goals and 11 assists over 35 games.
Forward Lines
- Anders Lee – Mathew Barzal – Anthony Duclair
- Jonathan Drouin – JG Pageau – Simon Holmstrom
- Kyle MacLean – Cal Ritchie – Emil Heineman
- Max Shabanov – Casey Cizikas – Max Tsyplakov
Defensive Pairings
- Matthew Schaefer – Ryan Pulock
- Adam Pelech – Tony DeAngelo
- Adam Boqvist – Scott Mayfield
Goaltenders
- Ilya Sorokin
- David Rittich
Keys to the Game
The Islanders aim to continue their strong performance as they prepare for the Kraken. Coach Patrick Roy emphasized the need for Shabanov to contribute effectively alongside teammates Tsyplakov and Cizikas, who have been performing well. This combination is expected to bring energy and creativity to the ice.
Fans can catch the action live on TNT or HBO Max, with radio broadcasts available on 88.7 FM and 103.9 FM, as well as through the Islanders’ UBS Arena app. This matchup promises to be an exciting event for hockey enthusiasts.
