SUNRISE (SportsDirect Inc.) — New York Islanders coach Jack Capuano is struggling to locate his offense on the heels of his team’s mandated five-day break in the schedule.
After mustering just three goals since flipping the calendar, the Islanders look to avert a season sweep by the Florida Panthers on Friday when the clubs complete a home-and-home set at BB&T Center.
Capuano was quick to compliment the play of goaltender Thomas Greiss, who made 22 saves in Wednesday’s 2-1 setback and has yielded just 10 goals in his last six starts (3-1-2).
“I just think it’s tough for goaltenders when you don’t get run support,” Capuano told Newsday on Thursday.