It was the goalie show last night as the Islanders defeated the Rangers 3-2 at the Coliseum. Rick DiPietro and Henrik Lundqvist played well and kept their teams in the game. The first period was a little slow but the ending was just right as the Isles celebrated their victory with an on ice salute to the fans since after all, "we're all Islanders."This is what Islanders fans have been wanting to see for a while. A team that never gives up and plays hard for a full 60 minutes. There have been 2 come from behind victories in a row and the Islanders are really starting to gel into a pretty good team. These last 2 victories are reminiscent of the Islanders during the tenure of Al Arbour, the former coach who was celebrated last Saturday night for coaching his 1,500th game. Maybe he has something to do with their play, maybe not. Either way, it can never hurt to have a legend of Al Arbour's stature behind the bench.
Hopefully there is no "Rangers Letdown" on Saturday night against the Devils. Contrary to popular belief, (or at least the belief of my fellow ranting blogger), the Islanders do not just play hard against the Rangers. At least, not anymore. Ted Nolan has his troops ready to play every night. He has done an amazing job with this team which as of now is in a tie for first in the Atlantic Division with the Flyers. They even have a game at hand. (I promise, this is the last time I will mention games at hand until March or April).
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