The Islanders need a big two points today at home against the Flyers to keep pace for the Metropolitan Division lead. Keeping pace will also force us to root for the Rangers at 12:30 as they host the Capitals, hot on the Isles’ tails. I send you my condolences from afar.
- The Islanders did not practice yesterday, due to CBA regulations, but they are hopeful they will get their homestand back on track today. [Newsday]
- Andrew Ladd was a healthy scratch Friday night against the Capitals, but is expected to be back in this afternoon.