The New York Islanders took an early lead against Anaheim in a tight matchup, with Ben Hutton finding the back of the net just under two minutes into the first period. His one-timer from above the left face-off circle found a fortunate path, deflecting off two Anaheim stick blades before slipping between the goaltender's pads. Mathew Barzal also featured in the game's early action.

Ben Hutton gave the Islanders a 1-0 lead at 1:55 of the first period when his one-timer from above the left face-off circle went off two Anaheim stick blades and between Dostal's pads. Mathew Barzal ...