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Isle Be Seeing Ya: Kuznetsov, Capitals eliminate Islanders in seven

It was a bittersweet conclusion to a good season for the Islanders who fell to the Capitals 2-1 in Game 7. The Caps advance to face the Rangers. Continue reading

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Islanders Win At Nassau Coliseum To Force Game 7

In an emotionally charged Nassau Coliseum, the Islanders couldn’t lose taking Game 6 3-1 to force Game 7 against the Capitals. Continue reading

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Game 4 Capitals 2 Islanders 1 Backstrom’s overtime winner evens series

It was all set up for the Islanders. Following a thrilling 2-1 Game 3 overtime triumph on captain John Tavares’ goal 15 seconds in, the Long Island hosts had a great chance to take a commanding 3-1 series lead over … Continue reading

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Capitals comeback squares series, defeat Islanders 4-3 to take Game 2

The Islanders had their chances. They easily could’ve taken a commanding 2-0 series lead on the Capitals with the next two in their barn. Instead, they had to settle for a split in Washington. The Caps rallied from a 3-1 … Continue reading

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Series Preview: Islanders ready to do battle against Capitals

Tonight’s the night for the Islanders and their fans. They return to the playoffs following a disappointing ’13-14. During the first half, coach Jack Capuano’s club was the story vaulting into first in the Metropolitan Division and at one point … Continue reading

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2015 NHL Playoff Preview and Predictions

For sixteen teams, it’s a chance to dream. For some participants, they’ll get out of the gate tomorrow. Eight teams are in action Wednesday. They include the Canadiens, Senators, Capitals, Islanders, Predators, Blackhawks, Canucks and Flames. Indeed, Canada will be … Continue reading

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A Merry Rangers Christmas: Nash scores twice in 4-2 win over Caps

The Rangers will celebrate Christmas all smiles after Rick Nash lit the lamp twice. Will it be changed to a hat trick? Continue reading

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Caps roll into MSG showdown versus Rangers

While the Rangers are hot, so too are the Caps who are winners of 7 of 9 boasting a hot goalie Braden Holtby. Continue reading

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