Devils Dominate Islanders with 4-0 Shutout Victory

Hughes, Meier, and Kahkonen lead New Jersey to a crucial win, closing the gap in the playoff race.

Jack Hughes and Timo Meier each had a goal and an assist, leading the New Jersey Devils to a 4-0 victory over the New York Islanders.
Kaapo Kahkonen made 37 saves for the Devils, marking his first shutout of the season.
The Devils scored three times in a 5:34 span early in the second period, capitalizing on Islanders' mistakes.
Nico Hischier, Devils captain, left the game after a collision but returned in the third period. Anders Lee of the Islanders received a major penalty and game misconduct for the incident.
The win pulls the Devils within five points of the Washington Capitals for the second wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference.