Horvat scored twice, and Sorokin shut out the Rangers. Islanders finally conquer MSG, snapping a long slump with a dominant 5-0 victory.

The duo have complementary styles and work together well, meaning coach Patrick Roy likely won't separate them anytime soon.

The Isles are 3-1-2 in games decided by a single goal including 3-1 in regulation. They are 0-0 in games decided in overtime and are 0-2 in shootouts. The Isles are 2-0 in games in which an empty-net goal turns a 1-goal game into a 2-goal game.

The Rangers came into Saturday hoping to finally win at home, and the Islanders came into Saturday hoping to put forth a 60-minute effort.

Horvat scored two goals, including one on a power play, and put five shots on net in Saturday's 5-0 shutout win over the Rangers.

The chemistry between Bo Horvat and Mathew Barzal is undeniable. Coach Patrick Roy has praised their skating skills and high-level play, noting how they intuitively understand each other on the ice. Their recent performances have showcased a deep connection, reminiscent of their successful partnership two seasons ago.

Having Mat Barzal and Bo Horvat on two different lines certainly wasn’t the Islanders’ biggest problem through 10 games. If anything, moving Barzal back to center was working reasonably well, and Horvat’s line with Jonathan Drouin and Emil Heineman was the Islanders’ best.

The New York Islanders will host the Minnesota Wild at UBS Arena on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET. As both teams look to strengthen their ear

Marat Khusnutdinov tied it late in regulation and then scored the only goal in the shootout in Boston's 4-3 victory on Tuesday.