Islanders drop season opener 2-1 to Maple Leafs in Toronto

The New York Islanders began their NHL season with a 2-1 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs on October 1, 2026, at Scotiabank Arena. After a strong start, the Islanders conceded two goals in the second period, including a power-play goal from Easton Cowan. Despite outshooting the Leafs 27-26, New York struggled on the power play, going 0-for-4. Ilya Sorokin made 24 saves in the defeat, with the Islanders' only goal coming from a shorthanded effort by Bo Horvat and Emil Heineman. The Islanders will host the New Jersey Devils for their home opener on Saturday at 7:30 PM ET.

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