In the New York Islanders playoff gameday news, the team aims to avoid a sweep by the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 4.

By the Numbers
  • The Islanders have faced Carolina in three playoff series, being swept twice.
  • The team has not advanced past the first round in the last three years.
Yes, But

The decision to start Ilya Sorokin in Game 3 was questioned, but the team looks towards a re-tooling phase for potential future success.

State of Play
  • The Islanders are on the brink of elimination in the playoffs.
  • Other NHL series show dominant leads for some teams while others are on the verge of being swept.
What's Next

If the Islanders are eliminated, the team may undergo a re-tooling phase, marking a potential end to an era.

Bottom Line

As the New York Islanders face a critical Game 4, the possibility of a sweep by the Carolina Hurricanes looms, prompting considerations of future team restructuring for improved success.