The Islanders did Rocky one better. Whatever injuries get thrown at the Islanders, they suddenly look nearly invincible. Life without Mat Barzal looks much the same, it turns out, as life without half the defense.

The Islanders lead the season series 1-0 after beating the Golden Knights 4-0 on Jan. 10 in Vegas. Anders Lee, Brock Nelson (1G, 1A), Bo Horvat and Casey Cizikas (ENG) scored in the win, while Ilya Sorokin made 30 saves for the shutout. The Islanders are 7-5-1 all-time vs Vegas.

Brock Nelson scored the game-winning goal for the Islanders in a 2-1 win against the Golden Knights, who suffered their fourth straight loss, weakening their road record.