This Day in Isles History: May 14
The Islanders defeat the reigning Stanley Cup champions with David Volek's OT winner
The Islanders defeat the reigning Stanley Cup champions with David Volek's OT winner
By New York Islanders NewYorkIslanders.com May 14, 2026 Link copied May 14, 1993 - David Volek scores at 5:16 of overtime, as the Islanders stun the two-time defending Stanley Cup Champion Pittsburgh Penguins with a 4-3 win in Game 7 of the Patrick Division Final.
The Islanders, who were heavy underdogs without leading scorer Pierre Turgeon, led 3-1 with four minutes to play in Game 7 before allowing two goals in the final four minutes of regulation. However, they shook off the comeback to clinch the series in OT, as Ray Ferraro set up Volek for the winning goal.
“The greatest moment that I’ve had a part of in my career was that play, that pass, that celebration. It was amazing.” Ray Ferraro checks in with Cory and Greg on the latest edition of Talkin’ #Isles pres. by @BetwayUSA. Tune in 🎧: https://t.co/F4kNmExxIr pic.twitter.com/pQOfgpoegv
Take a deep dive with the 1993 Oral History and Stan Fischler's recollection of Volek and his heroics in Game 7.