TOUGH LOSS: Islanders PUSH Colorado—Sorokin DELIVERS, but Offense Needs to Finish

New York Islanders push Colorado Avalanche to the brink in a hard-fought showdown, but fall 4-1 after a late-game surge. Can Patrick Roy's revamped lineup turn moral victories into momentum for a playoff run? Emil Heineman continues his scoring streak, Matthew Schaefer delivers clutch overtime heroics, and Ilya Sorokin shines in net despite the tough loss.Gil Martin unpacks the Islanders' disciplined play, the ongoing struggles of the fourth line, and why the team’s defensive structure and resilience signal a new era. Injury updates, Scott Mayfield’s big life moment, and praise for recent additions like Jonathan Drouin and Anthony Duclair add depth to the conversation. With the road trip nearing its end and Dallas Stars up next, the Islanders look to build on their turnaround—are they finally ready to contend with the NHL’s eliteAll this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!RugietVisit https://rugiet.com/LOCKEDONNHL to get 15% off your first order. GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.MonarchTake control of your finances with Monarch. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at https://monarch.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year.FanDuelDownload the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com and win $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.