The Islanders lead the Capitals, 3-0, in their first-round Stanley Cup playoffs series and can advance to the conference semifinals with a victory against the Washington Capitals on Tuesday. 


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The decision to start Ilya Sorkin in goal could have major ramifications now and in the future.

Best: Roy opts to use his Ferrari in crucial Game 3 for Islanders

The core group of Islanders have a history of battling adversity in the playoffs.

Isles looking to overcome adversity and build confidence in Game 3

They get over crushing defeats the next day, unlike fans who wallow in the misery for much longer.

Best: These Isles don't think like we do

Varlamov gets a rest as Isles trail first-round playoff series by two games heading into Thursday at UBS Arena.

Sorokin gets the net for Game 3 vs. Hurricanes

NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart and Newsday Islanders beat writer Andrew Gross spoke about some of head coach Patrick Roy's decisions leading up to Game 3 vs. the Hurricanes on Thursday.

Isles prepare for Game 3 as Sorokin gets the start

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