The 2024 NHL Stadium Series is heating up for its final game, featuring a showdown between the New York Rangers and the Islanders at MetLife Stadium.
The Rangers are riding high on a six-game winning streak and hold a solid lead in the Metro Division. Meanwhile, the Islanders are facing a tougher battle, sitting five points behind for an Eastern Conference wild-card spot. With only three wins in their last eight games under new head coach Patrick Roy, they’re under pressure to close the gap.
This game marks their first face-off in over a year, renewing their intense rivalry. Both teams are gearing up for a series of four matchups over the next two months.
The Rangers have a perfect record in outdoor games, aiming to make history with a fifth win. On the other hand, the Islanders have only appeared once before, suffering a defeat against the Rangers in 2014.
Follow our live updates for all the action from this highly anticipated clash.
- The game ends dramatically in overtime with a quick goal from Artemi Panarin, sealing a 6-5 victory for the Rangers.
- Mika Zibanejad scores a thrilling power-play goal in the final minutes, tying the game at 5-5.
- Chris Kreider nets another power-play goal, bringing the Rangers closer at 5-4.
- Alexander Romanov extends the Islanders’ lead with a goal early in the third period.
- Vincent Trocheck pulls one back for the Rangers, making it 4-3 late in the second period.
- The Islanders dominate the first period, taking a commanding 3-1 lead.
- Erik Gustafsson opens the scoring for the Rangers with a powerful slap shot.
- Due to glare on the ice, the game is delayed to 3:47 p.m., with chilly temperatures and strong winds.
- Matt Rempe makes history by debuting in an outdoor game, skating on the fourth line for the Rangers.
- Both teams arrive at MetLife Stadium accompanied by the New York Fire and Police Departments, showcasing unity and respect.
Stay tuned for more updates as the Rangers and Islanders battle it out in this epic outdoor showdown.
