The Islanders knew what to expect during the busier periods of this condensed, 56-game schedule. That doesn’t make it any less of a grind.
"It’s a challenge, it really is for everyone," defenseman Andy Greene said. "It’s making sure on our off days and the other days you’re doing everything possible to give yourself the best chance to feel right for the game, have energy for the game. It just comes down to rest and recovery and making sure you’re doing the right things away from the rink."
The Islanders faced the Flyers on Saturday night at Nassau Coliseum, the middle game of a three-game series between the teams being played over five days.