The Atlanta Flames opened their franchise history with a 3-2 win over the expansion New York Islanders in the Islanders’ first-ever NHL game. Atlanta led 1-0 after the first period, the teams were tied 1-1 after two, and the Flames scored twice early in the third before holding off a late Islanders push.
What Made This Game Special
Historic First game in New York Islanders franchise history
This was the Islanders’ first-ever NHL game, played at Nassau Coliseum, and it ended in a 3-2 loss to the Atlanta Flames.
Milestone First win in Atlanta Flames franchise history
The Flames earned their first-ever franchise victory in this game, a 3-2 road win.
Milestone First Flames goal in franchise history
Morris Stefaniw scored the first goal in Flames history, and it came shorthanded.
Milestone First goal in New York Islanders history
Ed Westfall scored the first goal in Islanders franchise history at 17:29 of the second period.
Historic First NHL game at Nassau Coliseum
The matchup was the first NHL game ever played at Nassau Coliseum.
Milestone First captain in New York Islanders history
Ed Westfall was named the first captain in Islanders franchise history on the same day as the team’s debut.
Milestone First Atlanta Flames game-winning goal in franchise history
Bob Leiter scored the eventual game-winning goal for Atlanta, giving the Flames a 3-1 lead early in the third period.
Milestone First win by an Atlanta Flames goaltender
Phil Myre recorded the first goaltending win in Atlanta Flames franchise history.
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