Jonathon Drouin and Emil Heineman also scored for the Islanders (10-6-2) in their fourth straight win, and Tony DeAngelo had two assists. David Rittich stopped 27 shots — including all 16 after the first period.
Devils GM is ‘working the phones daily’ as Dougie Hamilton and Ondrej Palat trade rumors swirl
With trade rumors swirling around the underachieving New Jersey Devils, general manager Tom Fitzgerald said he is making regular phone calls to improve the team.
Report: With Gavin McKenna as top prospect, NHL chooses Buffalo Sabres to host draft in June
With highly prized prospect Gavin McKenna as the centerpiece, the NHL has selected the Buffalo Sabres to host its annual draft in June, a person with knowledge of the decision said.
Avalanche improve home winning streak to 17 games, one away from matching franchise record
Back in late October, the Colorado Avalanche fell to Carolina at home in a shootout. They haven’t lost in their own building since, reeling off 17 straight wins.
Blackhawks center Connor Bedard set to return from shoulder injury
Bedard has been cleared to play on Friday night against Washington. The 20-year-old center participated in the team’s morning skate ahead of the matchup with the Capitals.