Islanders Bits, NHL Power Rankings, Al Montoya's Magical Save
The New York Islanders are riding two road wins for the first time all season, but they are still deservedly seen in the bottom three of the NHL.
| Final - 11.29.2011 | 1 | 2 | 3 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York Islanders | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Buffalo Sabres | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Stories
Islanders 2, Sabres 1: Al Montoya Shines, Preserves Rolston Winner
The New York Islanders finally won two games in a row, holding firm with Al Montoya standing tall in a 2-1 road win in Buffalo.
Islanders vs. Sabres Gameday: Small market meets small- wait, what?
The New York Islanders meet the suddenly big-spending Sabres, with Buffalo injured and slumping but still hanging on to a top-eight slot in the East.
Islanders At Sabres: New York Visits Buffalo Searching For Back-To-Back Victories
The New York Islander begin a three-game road trip Tuesday night at the Buffalo Sabres. Here's a brief preview of the match up.
Islanders Bits: Comeau/Nino Notes; Isles Land in Buffalo
The New York Islanders visit the Buffalo Sabres, who are suddenly no longer a fellow small-market team.
GameThreads
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Boxscore
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NY Islanders | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Buffalo | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| First Period |
|---|
| - 1, NY Islanders Power-Play Goal - Matt Moulson (8), from Mark Streit and P.A. Parenteau at 6:47. Penalties - Paul Szczechura, Buffalo (Hi-sticking), 5:39; Mike Mottau, NY Islanders (Slashing), 8:52; Zack Kassian, Buffalo (Fighting (maj)), 13:27; Matt Martin, NY Islanders (Fighting (maj)), 13:27; Nino Niederreiter, NY Islanders (Interference), 13:27; Jason Pominville, Buffalo (Holding), 16:17. |
| Second Period |
| - No scoring. Penalties - Zack Kassian, Buffalo (Interference), 18:21. |
| Third Period |
| - 2, Buffalo Goal - Jochen Hecht (2), from Jason Pominville and Thomas Vanek at 1:54. 3, NY Islanders Goal - Brian Rolston (3), from David Ullstrom and Josh Bailey at 9:23. Penalties - Mark Streit, NY Islanders (Hooking), 10:42; Josh Bailey, NY Islanders (Kneeing), 11:08. |
Shots on Goal:
NY Islanders 6 + 12 + 12 = 30.
Buffalo 8 + 8 + 15 = 31.
Power Play Conversion: NY Islanders 1-3. Buffalo 0-4.
Goaltenders: NY Islanders, Al Montoya 1-31-.968. Buffalo, Jhonas Enroth 2-30-.933.
Referees: Frederick L'Ecuyer, Mike Leggo
Linesmen: Steve Barton, Mark Shewchyk
Power Play Conversion: NY Islanders 1-3. Buffalo 0-4.
Goaltenders: NY Islanders, Al Montoya 1-31-.968. Buffalo, Jhonas Enroth 2-30-.933.
Referees: Frederick L'Ecuyer, Mike Leggo
Linesmen: Steve Barton, Mark Shewchyk
