Islanders Gameday News: Switching up the lines; Bardreau’s path

After four days off, Islanders hockey is finally back. They’re in action against the Coyotes at the Coliseum.

• That being said, they had Derick Brassard on Nelson’s wing in practice yesterday, but it’s not a guarantee that’s where they line up tonight. [Islanders]

Here’s Barry Trotz talking about what his plans might be:

• Dom wonders aloud what the future holds for the lines in light of the practice setup. [LHH]
• Carey Haber examines three players who are doing well to start, and three who are not (including Brassard).