Robertson scores in OT as Rangers rally past Bruins, while Islanders blank Flyers behind Sorokin

Rangers storm back to beat Bruins in overtime

The New York Rangers delivered a comeback win at Madison Square Garden, topping the Boston Bruins 4-3 in overtime. The Rangers tied the game late in regulation and then finished the job in the extra session when Matthew Robertson scored the overtime winner, capping a rally that snapped a skid and energized the home crowd.

Boston still collected a point but left with frustration after surrendering the lead. The game added another milestone for Bruins star David Pastrnak, who reached 900 career points during the matchup, while New York’s late push turned what looked like a loss into a momentum-building win.

Islanders respond with 4-0 shutout of Flyers

Across the state, the New York Islanders earned a result they badly needed, shutting out the Philadelphia Flyers 4-0. Goaltender Ilya Sorokin turned aside 21 shots for his sixth shutout of the season, continuing a campaign in which he has been among the league’s most reliable netminders.

Jean-Gabriel Pageau scored twice for the Islanders, including a shorthanded goal that set the tone, while Mathew Barzal added a goal and an assist. The Islanders’ special teams also made a difference, with the team converting on the power play and locking down Philadelphia’s chances.

Why it matters in the standings

For both New York clubs, the wins functioned as more than highlights: they were also about stabilizing form in the middle of the season. The Rangers’ overtime breakthrough offered a confidence boost, while the Islanders’ shutout widened their cushion over a nearby opponent and reinforced the value of goaltending and special teams as playoff races tighten.

With the calendar turning toward the stretch run, results like these can shape not only standings math but also the belief inside a room—especially when they come via comeback resilience or dominant defensive execution.