The New York Islanders missed out on several milestones after losing to the Kings on Tuesday night in a 3-1 defeat. A victory would have marked their first three-game winning streak of the season, put them over NHL .500 for the first time since October, and given them more standings points than the Rangers since December. Despite a late push, the team fell short in this game.
Coach Patrick Roy highlighted the tough schedule the team has faced recently, with 17 games in 33 days. However, going forward, the Islanders have a more favorable schedule with fewer games and more rest days. They have the opportunity to capitalize on this easier stretch, starting with a home-and-home series against the struggling Chicago Blackhawks.
Despite facing challenges due to injuries, the Islanders are just a point out of a playoff spot. The team remains optimistic about their potential and looks forward to key players returning to the lineup. It is essential for them to take advantage of the upcoming games to secure their position in the standings. Failure to do so could lead to further setbacks, as seen with a loss to the Blackhawks in a similar situation last season.
The team understands their mandate and the importance of performing well in the next few games to achieve the milestones they missed in the recent defeat. They are focused on keeping up with the rest of the Eastern Conference and not relying on the charity of other teams to stay in the playoff race.
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