There’s been a noticeable evolution to Anthony Beauvillier’s game in his five NHL seasons.
The speedy Islanders left wing played in his 300th career game on Thursday night as the Islanders opened a five-game homestand with the first of three straight games against the Sabres.
Beauvillier, just 23, is no longer just a speedy skater.
"I think that stands out most to me with him is his speed and his ability to close on defensemen," right wing Cal Clutterbuck said. "There’s different ways to forecheck. He’s gotten a lot better at using his body to separate defensemen [from the puck].