Ranger Home Streak Ended at 8 Games by Islanders, 3-2

The New York Islanders blew an early two-goal lead before ending the New York Rangers’ record 8-0 home ice start with a 3-2 victory Friday night on defenseman Joe Reekie’s first goal of the season at 5:40 of the third period.

Reekie’s screen shot from the right point went between the pads of goalie John Vanbiesbrouck, who had won his last six starts.

Glenn Healy, the Islanders’ goalie, stopped 29 shots, including Mike Gartner’s breakaway with 25 seconds to play. The Rangers outshot the Islanders, 15-5, in the third period.

The Rangers (11-4-0) were 11-1 in their last 12 games and lead the league with 22 points. The Islanders improved to 4-9-0.