After losing their first game in seven tries, the Blue Jackets would have liked to bounce back against the Islanders. Unfortunately, after a good first period, the Islanders took control and never looked back. The Jackets will want to forget this one.
Mateychuk was a last-minute scratch due to an illness. Jack Johnson laced up in replacement.
1st Period
The Islanders came out with more energy and a sense of urgency, but that momentum was lost when Lee went to the box for tripping. Kent Johnson made them pay. Marchenko passed it to KJ from the point, and KJ skated towards the net on the left side.