The San Jose Barracuda didn't just beat the Ontario Reign on Saturday night, the team outlasted them, survived them, and then stole the game back in a wild third-period swing at Tech CU Arena, closing out a gritty 4-3 win on Mean Girls night. First period The puck hit the ice at 6:06 pm at the Tech CU Arena, and just in the first two minutes, Pavol Regenda was in the box for roughing, giving Ontario its first power play. The rivalry will never die.
Woll played two games with the AHL's Toronto Marlies, working his way back into game shape, after returning from a personal leave of absence on October 24. "Regardless of what situation I come into, I'm going to have the same mindset, whether it's game one or the Stanley Cup Final, it doesn't matter," Woll said after Friday's practice. "I think, you know, I've realized the importance of consistency in that way and I'm just going to come out and do my best, stick to my routine and things I know."
Ever since Brandon Duhaime got on all fours and barked like a dog (), there's been some magic in the air. Alex Ovechkin made history by becoming the only player in NHL history to score 900 goals. Meanwhile, Duhaime began chasing a franchise record of his own. After going goalless in the first 14 games of the season, Duhaime has scored in three consecutive games - a career high.
After squandering another two-goal lead, the Isles were on the winning end of a game in which they've typically lost in the past. Trailing 3-2 with under three minutes remaining, Mat Barzal knotted the game at three after some nifty passing from Jonathan Drouin and Matthew Schaefer. Only twice in NY Islanders history The Isles took a too-many-men penalty in overtime after Schaefer jumped on the ice too quickly, as things looked bleak facing a potent Vegas Golden Knights power play at 4-on-3.
One of the reasons for this improved start has been the play of rookie Joey Larson. After appearing in six games last season and racking up a goal and two assists, Larson has hit the ground running. In 13 games, he has seven goals and two assists for nine points. His goal total is tied with Daniil But for most goals among AHL rookies. This strong start improves Larson's standing in the organization. It could help him make a case for a call-up someday.