DeBoer Era Begins with a Win · Apr. 9, 2026
With their postseason hopes hanging in the balance, the Islanders rallied behind Matthew Schaefer's record-tying 23rd goal and pulled away for a 5-3 victory over Toronto in new head coach Peter DeBoer's debut behind the bench. After the Leafs equalized early in the second period, New York reclaimed the lead and didn't look back, banking two vital points to stay alive in the playoff race.
Apr 10, 2026
Source: NHL