New York Islanders Turn Power Play Pressure Into Separation Against the Toronto Maple Leafs

The New York Islanders moved to 43-31-5 and 5 points, while the Toronto Maple Leafs left at 32-33-14 and 3 points after a 5-3 finish at UBS Arena. The New York Islanders vs Toronto Maple Leafs final score will stand out for the Isles’ 2-for-5 power play and a 44-16 edge in shots.

First period

The New York Islanders opened with 2 goals in the first period as the Maple Leafs answered with 1 goal in the same period. The Isles set the early pace with 44 shots in the game and 24 hits that established a physical baseline. Toronto stayed connected early with 21 hits and a 46 percent faceoff rate on 67 draws.

Second period

The Isles added 2 goals in the second period while the Leafs produced 1 goal in the second period to keep the game within reach. Calum Ritchie finished with 2 points on 1 goal and 1 assist as the Isles’ top star, and Tony DeAngelo posted 2 assists for a 2-point night. Toronto’s push included a 1-for-1 power play with 2 shots on that chance, while the Isles’ special teams created 9 power-play shots across 5 opportunities.

Third period

The Isles scored 1 goal in the third period as the Buds scored 1 goal in the third period, and the margin held through the horn. Ilya Sorokin earned the win with 13 saves on 16 shots, and the Leafs’ goaltending line showed 39 saves on 44 shots in a losing effort. The Isles finished with a 54 percent faceoff rate, and the Leafs recorded 12 giveaways to the Isles’ 16 in a game that still tilted on shot volume and special teams.

Postgame notes

This New York Islanders vs Toronto Maple Leafs review centers on the Isles generating 13 total points on 5 goals and backing it with 11 blocked shots. What went wrong for New York Islanders showed up in the 3 goals allowed on 16 shots against, even with Sorokin credited with the win. The New York Islanders final whistle reaction had the backdrop of a 17,255 announced attendance at UBS Arena and 3 Isles skaters listed as stars, led by Ritchie and DeAngelo alongside Matthew Schaefer.

Up next

The Isles are scheduled to host the Ottawa Senators at UBS Arena in Belmont Park on 4/11/2026 at 1:00 PM EDT, with the broadcast slated for ESPN+ and MSGSN. Keep it locked on the Isles, and share this article with other Islanders fans.