UNIONDALE, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 27: Marcus Pettersson #28 and Tristan Jarry #35 of the Pittsburgh Penguins defend the net against Josh Bailey #12 of the New York Islanders during the first period at the Nassau Coliseum on February 27, 2021 in Uniondale, New York. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
The New York Islanders played well for the better part of Monday’s game, but another poor first period cost them in the 2-1 loss.
I talked on Sunday about the need for the New York Islanders to start games on time, especially against competition like the Pittsburgh Penguins.