Slapshot Game Preview: New York Islanders vs. San Jose Sharks

The New York Islanders visit the San Jose Sharks to open a three-game West Coast road trip on November 9, 2026. Both teams enter the matchup looking to snap slumps, with the Islanders on a three-game losing streak and the Sharks dropping five straight games. New York is attempting to rebound after blowing a two-goal lead in their previous loss to the New Jersey Devils.

The game highlights a matchup between former first overall draft picks Macklin Celebrini of San Jose and Matthew Schaefer of New York. The Islanders also aim to improve their 29th-ranked power play against San Jose's penalty kill, while providing better defensive support after goaltender Ilya Sorokin faced 45 shots in his previous outing.