UNIONDALE, N.Y. — Clinching a playoff spot brought roars from the home crowd and broad smiles from the New York Islanders, who acknowledged their accomplishment is a satisfying first step. He had a three-point game — including the winning goal — against Winnipeg on Thursday, when the Islanders scored two late goals for a 5-4 win over the Jets. Veteran Islanders forward Cal Clutterbuck said the victory before their appreciative and very vocal fans – the first time the Islanders clinched at home since 2002 – was important. “It’s incredibly rewarding to clinch today.”The Islanders came out flying against the dreadful Sabres, outshooting Buffalo 16-8 in the first period. … The Islanders are 32-14-3 in their last 48 games and 7-2-2 in their past 11 games overall against the Sabres.

Source: National Post March 31, 2019 01:41 UTC