The Islanders hosted the Montreal Canadiens in each team's final game before the All-Star Break, which starts tomorrow. Both teams are dealing with their fair share of injuries, so the All-Star Break might be a welcome reprieve in which injured players can hopefully heal.
The Islanders saw both Anders Lee and Anthony Beauvillier return to the lineup, having dealt with illness and a bruised foot, respectively. Out came Stephen Gionta and Shane Prince, the latter of whom was a tough scratch for coach Doug Weight.