Eric Stephens: Defenseman Francois Beauchemin said again that this will be his final season in the NHL.
On the New York Islanders …
Brian Compton: Forward Nikolay Kulemin skated before the Islanders had their morning skate yesterday.
On the New York Rangers …
Steve Zipay: Forward Jimmy Vesey and defenseman Marc Staal left last night’s game after taking hits to the head from Filip Forsberg and Alexei Emelin.
Larry Brooks: Marc Staal left last night’s game early.