The game was defined by a chaotic third period where Carolina broke a 3-3 tie with two goals scored just .
: Carolina edged out a 2-1 win. Mark Jankowski scored the go-ahead goal in the third, while Bo Horvat scored his 300th career goal for the Islanders. Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Islanders - Diffuser 5
Watch the most recent highlights and series-clinching moments between these two teams: The game was defined by a chaotic third
In their most recent high-stakes matchup (April 30, 2024), the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the New York Islanders 6-3 , officially eliminating them from the playoffs in five games. Game 5 Review: April 30, 2024 Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Islanders - Diffuser 5
While not a playoff "Game 5," the two teams met recently at the end of the 2025–26 regular season: