PHOENIX — It wasn’t a rare situation the Islanders found themselves in with just 61 seconds gone on Saturday in Chicago. They gave up the first goal for a league-leading 29th time this season. During their prior 10 games, seven of which were regulation losses, the next goal was usually coming around the corner.
But on Saturday, the Islanders answered the bell when they got a little jab to the kisser. A power-play goal from Anthony Beauvillier and suddenly the Blackhawks were the ones reminded how fragile they were.
The 7-3 Islanders win showcased their forte, which is offense — they are second in the league at 3.