New York Islanders pulled off the upset to defeat Carolina Hurricanes. New York Islanders entered the game as the underdog, with a 33% chance to win before the game started.
New York Islanders seized control early, taking their first lead toward the beginning of the game. Carolina Hurricanes did not go quietly, recapturing the lead for themselves, until New York Islanders regained control for good during the middle stretches of the game.