nhl Game Recap
New York Skates Past Pittsburgh 4-3 - Recap
New York got a pair of goals from Brock Nelson as the Islanders skated to a 4-3 victory over Pittsburgh on Thursday at Barclays Center.
Bettors who backed the Islanders were rewarded as -134 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 5.5.
Brock Nelson(2), Anthony Beauvillier, and Scott Mayfield each scored for the Islanders in the victory. Mayfield opened the scoring for New York.
Thomas Greiss turned in a 23-save effort for the Islanders.
Patric Hornqvist, Bryan Rust, and Evgeni Malkin scored for the Penguins, finding the net behind Thomas Greiss.
Pittsburgh got a 20-stop effort from Matt Murray in the loss.
On the power play, New York went 2-for-7, while the Penguins were 0-for-3 with the man advantage.
Pittsburgh outshot New York 26-24 in the game.
New York looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Sharks. The Penguins will aim to get back on the winning track vs. New Jersey.