Islanders demolish Anaheim Ducks 6-3

The New York Islanders delivered a fine performance to beat Anaheim Ducks 6-3 on Wednesday night.

Late night dub! pic.twitter.com/7Ldwliv283

— New York Islanders (@NYIslanders) March 16, 2023

Kyle Palmieri had a goal and an assist, as he also reached a career-high four points. The 32-year old was honoured to achieve this feat against his former team.

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“Feels Nice just to do it,” Palmieri said after his latest return to Anaheim,

“Doesn’t matter where it was. Our line stepped up and was able to make a positive contribution. … (Engvall) is fitting in well with us, and it’s clear he’s working hard.”

Brock Nelson scored two goals, the first of which a tiebraking one in the second period, before adding another in the third to reach 30 goals in a second consecutive campaign for the Islanders. Pierre Engvall also scored to equal his career best 15 goals.

New York currently sit on top of the Eastern Conference wild-card standings tied with Pittsburgh and five points ahead of third-placed Florida. The Penguins and the Panthers will both fancy their chances, as they both have 3 games in hand.