MONTREAL — The Islanders suffered a damaging 7-3 loss to the Canadiens, highlighted by Cole Caufield’s hat trick, after initially leading 2-1 and later tying the game 3-3. Despite a strong second period, the Islanders collapsed in the third, conceding four unanswered goals. Coach Patrick Roy noted that the team struggled with missed assignments and composure under pressure. With key games ahead, the Islanders must regroup quickly to stay competitive in the playoff race.
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Islanders Lose to Canadiens, Impacting Playoff Chances
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