Barzal hat trick helps Islanders defeat Tavares, Maple Leafs
Lehner makes 36 saves for shutout in New York’s first game against former captain
via NHL.com
Mathew Barzal scored a natural hat trick in the second period to defeat John Tavares and the Toronto Maple Leafs, 4-0 at Scotiabank Arena on Saturday.
Robin Lehner made 36 saves for New York (20-13-4), which has won three in a row and six of its past seven games.
“You could tell before the game guys were dialed in, guys were ready to go, we knew what was at stake, knew it was a big game against one of the top teams in the League,” Barzal said. “If we play like that, this team can be pretty special. Guys are just battling to win; everyone just wants to win here right now, so it’s a great atmosphere.”
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