NHL Recap: New York Islanders Make it Five Wins in a Row with Win Over Colorado

The New York Islanders extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-2 victory over the Colorado Avalanche, marking their eighth win in their last 10 outings.

Tuesday's NHL action was filled with exciting matchups, including a thrilling nine-goal game in Buffalo. Here's a recap of a couple of the key matches:

Key Matchups

Sabres vs. Bruins

The Buffalo Sabres took down the Boston Bruins, securing their 19th win of the season. Despite the loss, the Bruins remain in seventh place in the Eastern Conference playoff standings.

Islanders vs. Avalanche

The New York Islanders extended their winning streak with a 5-2 victory over the Colorado Avalanche. This win showcased the Islanders' resilience and determination.

Other notable matchups included the Florida Panthers' 3-1 win over the San Jose Sharks, the Dallas Stars' 4-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins, and the Toronto Maple Leafs' 4-1 win over the Washington Capitals.

Sabres Dominate Bruins in 7-2 Victory

The Buffalo Sabres secured a convincing 7-2 win over the Boston Bruins, with Tage Thompson leading the charge. The Bruins initially took the lead midway through the first period, courtesy of Mason Lohrei's goal. However, the Sabres responded swiftly, with Thompson scoring just 55 seconds later to level the score.

SABRES WIN! ⚔️#LetsGoBuffalo | @TrustedStaffing pic.twitter.com/oIqYVPFH2p

— Buffalo Sabres (@BuffaloSabres) January 29, 2025

In the second period, Thompson put Buffalo ahead, and John Peterka extended their lead less than two minutes later. The Sabres' dominance continued in the third period, with Thompson completing his hat-trick just three minutes in, making it 4-1. Although Brad Marchand's power-play goal midway through the third period gave the Bruins some hope, the Sabres quickly regained momentum.

Peterka scored his second goal of the night just 30 seconds after Marchand's goal, further extending the Sabres' lead. He then completed his hat-trick with 5:34 remaining, and Zach Benson added a seventh goal for the Sabres right at the end. Despite the loss, the Bruins remain in seventh place in the Eastern Conference playoff standings, while the Sabres sit at the bottom of the conference with their 19th win of the season.

Islanders Extend Winning Streak with 5-2 Victory Over Avalanche

The New York Islanders continued their winning ways with a 5-2 triumph over the visiting Colorado Avalanche. The opening period was a defensive stalemate, with neither team able to find the back of the net. However, the Islanders broke the deadlock four minutes into the second period, courtesy of Anders Lee's goal.

TWO MORE POINTS FOR THE #ISLES. pic.twitter.com/3c37GbQbLL

— New York Islanders (@NYIslanders) January 29, 2025

The Avalanche responded later in the period, with Arturi Lehkonen scoring to tie the game and restore parity. The Islanders regained the lead just two minutes into the third period, thanks to Simon Holmstrom's goal. Bo Horvat further extended New York's advantage halfway through the third period, putting the Islanders in a comfortable position.

Despite the Avalanche's efforts to mount a comeback, the Islanders proved too strong. Jack Drury scored with 5:05 remaining to give Colorado a glimmer of hope, but Alexander Romanov and Holmstrom's second goal of the night sealed the win for the Islanders. This victory marked the Islanders' fifth consecutive win and their eighth in their last 10 outings. In contrast, the Avalanche suffered their fourth loss in their last five games.