New York Islanders Rally to Edge Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2 at UBS Arena

The New York Islanders completed a dramatic comeback to defeat the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2 at UBS Arena, with rookie Matthew Schaefer and Simon Holmstrom scoring late in the third period. Schaefer tied the game with a deflected shot 1:07 remaining, and Holmstrom sealed the win 29 seconds later by tapping in a loose puck, sparking wild celebration among the home crowd. Goalie David Rittich made 20 saves for the Islanders, who have now won two straight games following a recent losing streak. Columbus had taken a brief 2-1 lead with goals from Miles Wood and Denton Mateychuk, but their four-game winning streak ended despite 36 saves from goalie Elvis Merzlikins. This game highlighted the Islanders' resilience and the emergence of Schaefer, the first overall pick in the NHL draft, who now has 10 points in 12 games. The Blue Jackets, who have been boosted by strong goaltending from Elvis Merzlikins and Jet Greaves, will continue their road trip following this loss.