Mathew Barzal and Matias Maccelli traded red jerseys for full-contact gear Saturday, signaling a major step toward bolting back into the lineup for the playoff-hungry Islanders.
New York Islanders forwards Mathew Barzal and Matias Maccelli shed their red non-contact jerseys during Saturday morning's optional skate in Elmont, New York. Both players participated wearing full-contact gear ahead of the team's upcoming matchup against the New Jersey Devils.
The jersey change represents a significant step forward in their recovery processes as they work toward rejoining the lineup for the playoff-contending Islanders.
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