nypost.com/2026/10/10/sports/matthew-shaefers-goal-a-bright-spot-as-islanders-fail-first-real-test Islanders fail first real test against Lightning — despite bright spots
Brandon Hagel's hat trick sank the Islanders 5-3, with two of his goals coming in the final two minutes. Matthew Schaefer's highlight-reel goal gave New York life, but 25 minutes of sluggish starts against Tampa Bay proved costly.
— via NY Post, Ethan Sears
