Islanders Goalie Sorokin Shines in Win Over Stars

Playoff-chasing Islanders earn crucial victory behind stellar performance from netminder

Mar. 27, 2026 at 1:56am

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Ilya Sorokin made 26 saves to lead the New York Islanders to a 2-1 victory over the Dallas Stars, a crucial win for the Islanders as they fight for a playoff spot in the NHL.

Why it matters

The Islanders are in the thick of a tight playoff race, and Sorokin's standout performance against one of the league's top teams was a much-needed boost for the team's postseason aspirations.

The details

Sorokin turned aside 26 of the 27 shots he faced, including several key saves late in the game, to preserve the Islanders' one-goal lead and secure the victory over the high-powered Stars offense.

  • The game was played on March 27, 2026.

The players

Ilya Sorokin

The starting goaltender for the New York Islanders who made 26 saves in the win over the Dallas Stars.

New York Islanders

An NHL team based in New York that is currently in the thick of a playoff race in the Eastern Conference.

Dallas Stars

An NHL team based in Dallas, Texas that is considered one of the top teams in the league.

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What they’re saying

“Ilya Sorokin gave the New York Islanders the type of elite goaltending they needed facing one of the NHL's top teams while in the thick of a playoff chase.”

— The Facts

The takeaway

Sorokin's standout performance in net was crucial for the Islanders as they continue to battle for a playoff spot in the highly competitive NHL Eastern Conference.