Islanders 4 (EN), Maple Leafs 1: Costly but gritty win

The New York Islanders secured a gritty 4-1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday night in Toronto. Bo Horvat scored the game-winning goal and added an assist, while Simon Holmstrom contributed two goals, including an empty-netter, and Anthony Duclair also scored. The victory improved New York's record to 4-3-1 and extended their point streak to three games.

Despite the victory, the Islanders suffered significant setbacks as forwards Cal Ritchie and Matias Maccelli both exited early during a physical first period due to injuries. The Maple Leafs, who were already playing without injured center John Tavares, dropped their third straight contest under head coach Jim Hiller as New York closed out the shorthanded road win.