The New York Rangers headed into Brooklyn with aspirations of building some momentum on top of their Saturday afternoon victory against the Carolina Hurricanes, but were unable do so as they fell to the New York Islanders by a margin of 4-2. After falling behind early in the first period, the Rangers were unable mount a successful comeback despite constant pressure in the Islanders zone for the duration of the match
The Rangers had ample opportunity to break the ice during the opening frame, but Halak was able to keep the puck out of the net with an outstanding first period performance.