# Islanders rebound after DeBoer's challenge

> Islanders return to identity after DeBoer calls out poor performance.
- Title: Islanders rebound after DeBoer's challenge · New York Post
- Summary: Islanders return to identity after DeBoer calls out poor performance. Islanders rebounded from a shaky start to beat Predators 4-3 in shootout after coach…
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- Source: New York Post — https://nypost.com/2026/10/28/sports/islanders-return-to-identity-after-getting-called-out-by-pete-deboer
- Published: 2026-10-28T05:07:08+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: islanders, peter deboer, predators, nashville, hockey, shootout, nfl, news, entertainment
## Islanders' response to DeBoer
After coach Pete DeBoer criticized their recent loss in Dallas, the Islanders played a gritty game to rebound.
## Islanders' strong start
The Islanders built a 3-0 lead with crisp passing and physical play before the Predators scored.
## Late game challenges
The Islanders faced multiple power-play goals and a 4-3 shootout win after overtime.
## DeBoer's confidence
DeBoer said the team returned to their identity after a challenging game against the Predators.
## Key takeaway

Islanders rebounded from a shaky start to beat Predators 4-3 in shootout after coach DeBoer criticized their recent loss.