This Day in Isles History: August 20
This Day in Isles History: August 20
In 2020, the Islanders knocked out the Capitals in Game 5.
August 20, 2020 – The Islanders eliminate the Washington Capitals 4-1 in the best-of-seven First Round of 2020 NHL Playoffs with a 4-0 win in Game 5 at Scotiabank Arena in the Toronto bubble.
Anthony Beauvillier’s two-goal performance, both goals assisted by Josh Bailey, drove the Islanders to their series-clinching victory. In the 4-0 win, Bailey ended up with three points (1G, 2A) while Nick Leddy also scored. Semyon Varlamov contributed to the victory and series clincher by making 21 saves, ensuring a shutout.
Bailey was the leading scorer for the Islanders in the series, accumulating six points (2 goals, 4 assists). Beauvillier and Anders Lee both scored a team-high of three goals. Varlamov had an impressive record of 4-1, with a goals against average of 1.59, a save percentage of .935, and one shutout.
Game 5 Recap Isles 4, Capitals 0
