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NHL Recap: Islanders Extend Streak, Flames Hold Off Wild

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Get the latest NHL roundup, featuring the Flames' 5-4 win over the Wild, the Devils' 4-3 overtime victory against the Canadiens, and the Islanders' 4-3 overtime win over the Hurricanes.



The NHL showcased an exciting 13-game slate on Saturday, with the New York Islanders capping off the night with a thrilling overtime win over the Carolina Hurricanes. The Hurricanes took an early lead in the first period, thanks to goals from Jack Roslovic (18) and Sebastian Aho (16). However, they were unable to find the net again for the remainder of the game.


The Islanders staged a comeback, with Alexander Romanov (1) scoring his first goal of the season. Veteran Anders Lee (21) later tied the game in the third period, sending it to overtime. Brock Nelson (15) ultimately sealed the win for the Islanders, scoring the game-winner in overtime. This victory marks the Islanders' fourth consecutive win, their longest streak of the season, and propels them past the Pittsburgh Penguins in the Metropolitan Division.



The Islanders' win also brought an end to the Hurricanes' four-game winning streak. With this result, the Islanders continue to build momentum, while the Hurricanes will look to regroup and get back on track.


Devils Edge Canadiens in Overtime Thriller

The New Jersey Devils secured a hard-fought 4-3 victory over the Montreal Canadiens, thanks to Jack Hughes' (19) breakaway goal in overtime. The Canadiens had forced overtime by scoring two consecutive goals in the third period, setting the stage for Hughes' dramatic winner. Despite the heartbreaking loss, Montreal goaltender Jakub Dobes delivered an impressive performance, making 40 saves on 44 shots from the Devils.


The win marks the Devils' second consecutive victory, following a four-game losing streak. In contrast, the Canadiens have now dropped two straight games and three of their last five. The two teams will face off again in Montreal on February 8th, providing the Canadiens with an opportunity to exact revenge for this narrow defeat.


Flames Hold Off Wild for Third Straight Win

The Calgary Flames secured a 5-4 victory over the Minnesota Wild, fending off a late surge that saw the Wild score three goals in the third period. Andrei Kuzmenko (4) played a key role in the win, scoring two goals to lead the Flames to their third consecutive victory and fourth win in their last six games. This triumph also marks Calgary's second win over the Wild this season, having won both matchups so far.



The loss extends the Wild's losing streak to two games, with the team having dropped four of their last six contests. As a result, Minnesota continues to slide in the Central Division standings. The two teams will meet again in their final matchup of the season series on April 11th, providing the Wild with an opportunity to avenge their losses and gain momentum.


Around the League: Notable Results and Streaks

Several teams made notable strides in the league on Saturday. Kirill Marchenko scored his 20th goal of the season in overtime, securing a 3-2 win for the Columbus Blue Jackets over the Los Angeles Kings. This victory extended the Blue Jackets' win streak to three games. In other action, the Colorado Avalanche suffered their third consecutive loss, falling 3-1 to the Boston Bruins.



The Edmonton Oilers managed to go 2-1 during Connor McDavid's three-game suspension, capping off this stretch with a 3-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres. The Seattle Kraken have now won three of their last four games, following a convincing 4-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Cam Talbot delivered a standout performance, making 28 saves in the Detroit Red Wings' 2-0 shutout win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, marking his 33rd career NHL shutout. The Ottawa Senators also secured a 2-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs, who have now dropped back-to-back games, scoring only one goal in each. The Senators have won four of their last five games.





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