The New York Islanders returned to competitive hockey with a methodical 2-1 victory over their traditional rival New York Rangers in Toronto.
The first period was sloppy all around, marked by some early Rangers penalties (and a brief, wasted Islanders 5-on-3), a fight between Johnny Boychuk and weasel Lemieux. The Rangers had the balance of play and shots, but it was a messy period for both sides. As one would expect.
The second period was controlled play, just like Barry likes it, and the lone goal came from Anthony Beauvillier midway through against Rangers starter Igor Shesterkin.