John Tavares Ties it for the New York Islanders in 6 Seconds
It took John Tavares just 6 seconds on the powerplay to tie the game for the New York Islanders.
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Remember when the New York Islanders’ powerplay was 2/32?
Seems like a distant memory now, eh?
John Tavares, with an assist from Josh Bailey, was able to force a loose puck through the chaos in front of goaltender Braden Holtby and tie the game for the Islanders at 1-1.
The Islanders powerplay, by the way, has now cashed in on six of their last 11 opportunities, beginning an ascension from sitting dead-last in the NHL.
With the assist on the goal, Bailey has now extended his point streak to eight games. Not only is it the longest streak in Bailey’s career, it’s the longest active point-streak in the NHL.
Mathew Barzal was able to draw the penalty, after Brooks Orpik took a slashing penalty from the rookie’s dangerous speed.
The Islanders currently trail the Washington Capitals 2-1 on MSG+.
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