LAS VEGAS -- Ross Johnston scored the first goal of his NHL career, helping the New York Islanders defeat the Vegas Golden Knights 2-1 on Thursday night.
Jordan Eberle also scored for the Islanders, while Jaroslav Halak had 38 saves.
Vegas (32-12-4) was looking to tie the 1993-94 Florida Panthers for the NHL record for most wins in an inaugural season with 33. It was just the third home loss for the Golden Knights, who are now 19-3-2 at T Mobile Arena.
Erik Haula scored the lone goal for the Golden Knights.