A standout defensive play by Easton Cowan helped the Toronto Maple Leafs secure a victory over the New York Islanders, while Nathan MacKinnon added a physical dimension to the Colorado Avalanche’s win against the Los Angeles Kings after engaging in a notable on-ice altercation. The latest episode of The Hockey News Morning Skate breaks down these key moments, along with additional highlights from the night’s action. Hockey fans looking for recaps of standout individual performances and unexpected play will find this discussion worth watching.

In this edition of The Hockey News Morning Skate, Eric Cruikshank and Michael Traikos recap Easton Cowan's standout performance in the Toronto Maple Leafs' win over the New York Islanders, Nathan MacKinnon's fight in the Colorado Avalanche's win over the Los Angeles Kings, and more.