Expert recap and game analysis of the New York Rangers vs. New York Islanders NHL game from February 25, 2025 on ESPN.

The New York Islanders lost some ground in the playoff race on Tuesday night, falling 5-1 to the New York Rangers at UBS Arena. The loss widened the gap between the Isles (57 points) and Rangers (62 points) to five points – a gulf the Islanders will need to make up if they are to leapfrog the Blueshirts in the wild card chase.

Jonny Brodzinski scored twice in the first period and also had an assist for the New York Rangers in a 5-1 win against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena on Tuesday. Vaakanainen gave the Rangers a 1-0 lead at 6:22 of the first period.

Snapshots from the New York Islanders 5-1 loss to the New York Rangers on Tuesday, Feb. 25. Photos by Dennis DaSilva/New York Islanders Sam Johnston/New York Islanders, Michael Mooney/ and Mike Stobe/NHLI via .

New York sports fans who subscribe to Optimum can finally rejoice. MSG Networks is back on Altice-owned Optimum in time for Saturday’s Rangers-Sabres game after the two sides came to a new agreement to put MSGN’s channels back on the airwaves.

The New York Rangers continued their recent dominance over the cross-town rival Islanders, going into UBS Arena on Tuesday night and romping to a 5-1 victory. The Rangers have won six of their last seven meetings with the Islanders,

It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re nearing the March 7 trade deadline and teams are looking to make some moves. Some of these roster moves may be trades, but others may be signings.