In a thrilling game on Tuesday night, Curtis Lazar scored the game-winning goal with just 23 seconds remaining, and Akira Schmid made 10 crucial saves in relief as the New Jersey Devils completed a remarkable three-goal comeback to defeat the New York Islanders 5-4.
The comeback started with Jack Hughes and Nico Hischier scoring in the third period to tie the game at 4-4, with Hughes also chipping in two assists. Michael McLeod and Dawson Mercer also found the back of the net for the Devils, who were coming off a dominant 7-2 win over Buffalo.
Mathew Barzal, Cal Clutterbuck, and Bo Horvat provided the goals for the Islanders, whose lead slipped away in the third period against a determined Devils team.
The game was also significant with the Islanders’ Mike Reilly making his debut after being claimed off waivers from Florida.
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The Islanders will face the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday, while the Devils will visit the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday.
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