David Rittich Records 19 Saves in Season-Ending Loss

David Rittich started in net for the Islanders against the Hurricanes, stopping 19 shots in a 2-1 defeat. This loss marked the Islanders' seventh defeat in their final eight games of the regular season. Rittich had been confirmed as the starter earlier in the day, tasked with anchoring the defense in the season finale. The performance concluded his regular season campaign as the team looks toward the off-season.