Sun Feb 02 07:10:00 IST 2025: ## Islanders’ Hot Streak Faces Lightning Test in Saturday Showdown

**TAMPA, FL –** The New York Islanders, riding a six-game winning streak, will face a tough test on Saturday when they take on the Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena. The game, scheduled for 7 p.m. EST, marks the first meeting between the two teams this season.

The Islanders (23-20-7), currently in the Metropolitan Division, are coming off an impressive run, averaging three goals and allowing just 1.3 goals per game over their last ten contests. Key players for New York include Bo Horvat (17 goals, 21 assists) and Kyle Palmieri (one goal, six assists in the last ten games).

Their opponents, the Atlantic Division’s Tampa Bay Lightning (27-20-3), boast a strong home record (16-7-1) and a potent offense led by Brayden Point (28 goals, 24 assists) and Nikita Kucherov (five goals, 11 assists over the last ten games). However, the Lightning’s recent form shows a more even 5-5-0 record over their last ten games.

The game will be broadcast on MSG and Fan Duel Sports Network, and can be streamed live via fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, and ESPN+.

The Islanders’ recent success will be put to the ultimate test against a Lightning team eager to defend their home ice. This highly anticipated matchup promises an exciting clash between two competitive teams vying for playoff positioning.

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