"The assist itself was a perfect snapshot of Barzal's career. On the Islanders' lone power play of the night, Barzal calmly distributed the puck to Cal Ritchie, who delivered a no-look backhand pass into the slot. Anthony Duclair did the rest, snapping the puck past Connor Ingram for the game's only goal and sealing one of the Islanders' most impressive road wins of the season. It was a highlight-reel sequence built on trust, chemistry, and timing - all hallmarks of Barzal's game"
"Now, as he climbs one franchise list, another milestone waits just ahead. Barzal is currently tied with Mariusz Czerkawski at 145 career goals, good for 19th in Islanders history. That next step, fittingly, will have to come off his own stick. If his career to date is any indication, Barzal won't rush it - and when it happens, he'll probably be the first to credit everyone else for helping him get there."
Mathew Barzal recorded his 500th career assist on Anthony Duclair's third-period goal in a 1-0 win over the Edmonton Oilers, becoming the 14th player in Islanders history to reach the mark and passing Derek King. The assist came on the Islanders' lone power play: Barzal passed to Cal Ritchie, who delivered a no-look backhand into the slot for Duclair to score past Connor Ingram. Barzal described himself as primarily a passer and credited teammates, family, and others for the milestone. He is tied at 145 career goals with Mariusz Czerkawski, placing 19th in franchise history, with a goals milestone next.
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