Alexander Romanov, New York Islanders
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Rantanen was given a five-minute major penalty and a 10-minute game misconduct for boarding Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov.
Patrick Roy was not happy with Dallas Stars' Mikko Rantanen, who received a game misconduct for boarding Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov.
About 75% of teams in a playoff position as of Thanksgiving make the NHL playoffs, and the Isles currently sit in a wild-card position.
The New York Islanders were more concerned about the condition of teammate Alexander Romanov after a tense 3-2 win over the Dallas Stars that added another statement victory to a remarkable road trip.
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Bo Horvat gets 13th goal before ejection for Islanders in 3-2 win over Stars after tense finish
Bo Horvat scored his 13th goal of the season in the second period before being ejected for high-sticking in the third, and the New York Islanders held on tight for a 3-2 victory over the Dallas Stars despite two more goals by Jason Robertson.
Patrick Roy unleashed a verbal attack on Mikko Rantanen after a boarding hit sent Islanders player Alex Romanov crashing into the boards, sparking an ejection and heated reaction.