May 5, 1984 - The Islanders complete their 19th consecutive playoff series triumph with a 4-1 victory over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 6 of the Wales Conference Final. Mike Bossy, a Montreal native, scores two goals, including the game-winner. The Islanders had lost the first two games of the series, but roared back with four-straight wins to advance past the Canadiens to extend their record streak.
May 5, 1981 - The Islanders complete a four-game sweep of the New York Rangers in the 1981 semifinals with a 5-2 win. Mike Bossy scores two goals, including the game-winning goal.
ISLES HISTORY: MIKE BOSSY
This Day in Isles History: May 5
The Islanders complete their 19th consecutive playoff series triumph
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