Islanders snap 3-game slide with win over Devils
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The New Jersey Devils, New York Islanders and New York Rangers were all home Saturday and all played at different times. The Vancouver Canucks even practiced in New Jersey while the Devils were playing the Anaheim Ducks.
So, despite a 10-2 edge on high-danger chances in the second, the Islanders had just a 1-1 tie to show for it heading into the final 20 minutes, with Brett Pesce’s wrister having gotten New Jersey on the board at 15:35 of the first.
The Rangers hit the break outside the top eight in the East. They are even in points with the Panthers, who hold the second wild-card spot, but played three more games than the defending champs. In fact, each of the other 15 teams have games in hand on the Rangers, whose .538 points percentage is 14th in the 16-team conference.
Local hero Marshal Warren lived his childhood dream, playing his first NHL home game for the New York Islanders. The defenseman, a Laurel Hollow native, contributed to a 2-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils at UBS Arena.
The Rangers could use another impactful forward and should make a big push for Canucks winger Kiefer Sherwood.
In his X post, LeBrun reported that Vancouver received firm offers from six teams. He confirmed New Jersey was among the most serious suitors. Detroit and the New York Rangers also made strong pushes. Carolina and Buffalo showed interest to a lesser degree. The volume of offers explains the size of Minnesota’s winning bid.
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