Pete DeBoer is a veteran coach so he’ll surely temper enthusiasm after two games, but he’s got to feel at least a fraction of the joy Islanders fans experienced from a proper home opener romp over a rival. The Islanders’…
The New York Islanders secured a commanding 6-0 victory over the New Jersey Devils in their home opener on Saturday night. Head coach Pete DeBoer praised the team's depth and balance as the Islanders rebounded strongly from their earlier season opener in Toronto.
Goaltender Ilya Sorokin earned his 30th career shutout, while rookie Victor Eklund recorded his first NHL point and first NHL goal on his birthday. Rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer also contributed with a key assist, setting up the game's third goal.
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