Newsday Islanders beat writer Andrew Gross talks about the Isles' first half of the season and what they need to do in the second half to get where they expect to be.


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Andrew and Neil recap the Game 3 loss to Carolina as the Isles now trail the series, 3-0, and face elimination.

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

Best: Roy rides his Ferrari, then pumps brakes with season in jeopardy

Isles lose Game 3 at UBS Arena as Hurricanes push them to the brink of elimination. 

Sorokin pulled in second, Isles go down 3-0 in series vs. Hurricanes

The Islanders lost 3-2 Thursday night at UBS Arena, putting them on the brink of elimination in the playoff series with the Carolina Hurricanes, NewsdayTV's Jamie Stuart and Newsday Islanders reporter Andrew Gross report.

'It's do or die for us'

"He understands the game," said coach Patrick Roy. "He's an important piece on our team"

Martin in Isles' lineup as game-time decision against Hurricanes

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