UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) — The New York Islanders’ depth paid dividends once again.
Anthony Beauvillier scored twice, Derick Brassard had a goal and two assists, and the streaking Islanders held off the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-4 Wednesday night.
Semyon Varlamov made 23 saves and the Islanders earned a point for the 13th straight game — a span including 12 victories and one overtime loss. Mathew Barzal also had a goal and an assist.
“It’s a different guy coming up with a big play for us at different times,” Cal Clutterbuck said. “It speaks to the commitment that guys have to their roles.