Adam Pelech of the Islanders skates against the Sabres at NYCB Live's Nassau Coliseum on Dec. 14. Credit: Jim McIsaac
Adam Pelech missed his first game of the season as the Islanders announced just prior to Thursday night’s game against the Devils at NYCB Live’s Nassau Coliseum that the defenseman was dealing with a lower-body injury.
Right-handed rookie Noah Dobson dressed for his 12th game and was paired with fellow righty Ryan Pulock, who slid to his off-side to play in Pelech’s spot.
Pelech logged 21:09 in Tuesday afternoon’s 4-3 win at Washington, blocking two shots and being credited with three hits.