NEW YORK — Mathew Barzal scored with less than five minutes left in the third period to push the New York Islanders over the New Jersey Devils 3-2 Thursday night. We have a lot games in hands, we have to start winning hockey games. ALL-STAR NOMINATIONSPrior to puck drop, Devils forward Jack Hughes and Pelech were named NHL All-Stars. Islanders forward Mathew Barzal and Devils forward Jesper Bratt will be on the ballot for the last men in competition where fans vote for the final four skaters from a list of 32 candidates. SCHEDULING QUIRKSThe Islanders have played just four games since mid-December due to eight coronavirus-related postponements.

Source: The Express Tribune January 14, 2022 03:25 UTC