URGENCY: New York Islanders, Matthew Barzal, and Anders Lee Must RESPOND After Washington Loss

New York Islanders face a season-defining crossroads after a lackluster showing against the Washington Capitals raises urgent questions about leadership, effort, and the spark missing from their roster. Can Anders Lee ignite the fire and intensity needed for a playoff push, or will offensive slumps from Bo Horvat and Jonathan Drouin doom their postseason hopes? Gil Martin breaks down the Islanders' pressing issues—fa