Tuesday, April 5, 2016

Islanders clinch playoff spot by beating Capitals in OT (Yahoo Sports)

New York Islanders defenseman Thomas Hickey (14) celebrates his game-winning goal with center Anders Lee (27) and left wing Matt Martin (17) after an NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals, Tuesday, April 5, 2016, in Washington. The Islanders won 4-3 in overtime. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

All eyes were on Braden Holtby in his first chance to tie Martin Brodeur's single-season wins record. Then, New York Islanders rookie Christopher Gibson stole the show at the other end. Gibson made 29 saves in his first career NHL start as the Islanders rallied from two goals down in the third period and beat the Washington Capitals 4-3 in overtime Tuesday night to clinch a playoff berth amid a seemingly never-ending torrent of injuries.


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