Islanders aiming to stick to rest strategy for Ilya Sorokin
Managing Goaltending Early in the Season The Islanders have faced a recurring issue in recent seasons: Ilya Sorokin’s exceptional performance often leads to his overuse, as the team feels the urgency to rely on him during crucial parts of the schedule. This year, with a couple more games added to the calendar, coach Pete DeBoer […]
Ilya Sorokin sets a new milestone for the Islanders as a finalist for the Vezina Trophy.
Ilya Sorokin’s Historic Achievement with Islanders Ilya Sorokin has once again made headlines in Islanders history. On Wednesday, he was named a finalist for the Vezina Trophy for the second time in his six-year NHL career, marking the first instance where an Islanders goalie has received multiple nominations for this prestigious Goaltender of the Year […]
Ilya Sorokin requires improved defense as the Islanders approach an important playoff stretch.
Islanders Struggle in Key Defensive Matchups The Islanders have faced criticism for their defensive performance this season, and it’s perhaps not surprising that this has become apparent in recent losses to the Penguins and Sabres. While these defeats kept them just above the playoff line, they now prepare for a crucial home game against the […]
Ilya Sorokin may have to be patient for a chance at redemption with the Islanders
Islanders’ Goalkeeper Sorokin Seeks Redemption After Tough Game The Islanders faced a tough loss against the Penguins on Monday at UBS Arena, leaving their goalie, Ilya Sorokin, with little support. Now, the question is whether coach Patrick Roy will give this Vezina Trophy candidate a chance to bounce back quickly. “We need to discuss how […]
Islanders need to decide on important Ilya Sorokin choice for consecutive games
Islanders Preparing for Critical Weekend Games Without Practice MONTREAL — The Islanders skipped their practice on Friday. This left them uncertain about how to tackle their goal-scoring strategy as they head into an important weekend featuring back-to-back matchups against the Canadiens starting Saturday. One might assume that Ilya Sorokin and David Rittich would alternate starts, […]
Ilya Sorokin is making a case for MVP as he continues to support the Islanders.
WINNIPEG, Manitoba — Rare Achievement for Goaltenders Winning the Hart Trophy as a goaltender is quite uncommon, but Connor Hellebuyck managed to break that trend last season after a decade-long gap. As Hellebuyck prepared to face the Islanders’ Ilya Sorokin on Tuesday, it raised an interesting question: could Sorokin, who’s currently favored for the Vezina […]
Ilya Sorokin comes through for the Islanders: ‘top goalie in the league’
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Ilya Sorokin’s voice was a bit raspy. He mentioned it was from a puck that struck his neck during the morning skate, though one could easily wonder if the flu going around in the Islanders’ locker room had anything to do with it. Despite that, he pushed through to deliver an […]
Ilya Sorokin breaks Islanders record with 26th career shutout
Sorokin Shines in Return from Injury Ilya Sorokin didn’t seem to need any time to ease back in after a lower-body injury. In fact, his first start after sitting out for seven games was nothing short of spectacular, as he led the Islanders to a dominating 9-0 victory over the Devils. He saved 45 shots, […]
Islanders hopeful Ilya Sorokin will be back shortly
The initial prognosis for Ilya Sorokin by the Islanders might have been a bit too hopeful. As expected, he won’t be back for the Islanders’ first game after the break. Instead, Sorokin was placed on injured reserve due to a lower-body injury right before the Saturday matchup against the Rangers, with Marcus Hogberg serving as […]
Ilya Sorokin leads the Islanders to a shootout victory against the Lightning
Islanders Secure Win Against Lightning, Thanks to Sorokin The Lightning must be relieved that they won’t face Ilya Sorokin again this season. Just a week after Sorokin blanked them in Tampa Bay, the Islanders’ standout goaltender propelled his team to a win over the Lightning on Saturday, making it their third victory against them this […]