“Scotty was honestly a big help today. Obviously, having him as a D partner, you know, lots of talk. Every time I come back to the bench, my ears are wide open for him to let me know what I need to do ...

Scott Mayfield pointed for Matthew Schaefer to spread out wider to his left just before the start of a drill. After the five-man unit scored a goal, Schaefer again joined his defense partner at center ...

At the time of the NHL pause back in mid-March point, the Islanders blueline was nearly skeletal due to an influx of injuries that had sidelined Adam Pelech and Johnny Boychuk. Fast-forward almost ...