"The Islanders also arrive in San Jose with a newly reshaped roster following a busy trade deadline. General manager Mathieu Darche acquires veteran center Brayden Schenn from the St. Louis Blues in exchange for Jonathan Drouin, prospect Marcus Gidlof and future draft picks. Schenn brings significant experience and offensive production, totaling 465 points over nine seasons in St. Louis."
"New York's penalty kill continues to generate offense. Pelech's goal Thursday marks the Islanders' eighth shorthanded tally of the season, tying them for the second-most in the NHL. Jean-Gabriel Pageau, who recently signs a three-year extension, assists on the play and now has six shorthanded points this season."
"The Islanders also lead the league with 11 goals scored with the extra attacker this season after Heineman's late tally against Los Angeles. New York enters the night tied with the Pittsburgh Penguins for second place in the Metropolitan Division with 75 points."
The New York Islanders travel to San Jose to face the Sharks on Saturday night, looking to snap a two-game losing streak. New York recently lost 5-3 to Los Angeles despite strong offensive performances, including Bo Horvat's goal with 0.2 seconds left in the second period and Emil Heineman's late 6-on-5 tally. The Islanders made significant roster changes at the trade deadline, acquiring veteran center Brayden Schenn from St. Louis in exchange for Jonathan Drouin, prospect Marcus Gidlof, and future picks. Schenn brings 465 career points from nine seasons with the Blues. New York's penalty kill unit continues excelling offensively, ranking second in shorthanded goals with eight this season. The Islanders lead the league with 11 extra-attacker goals and currently sit tied for second in the Metropolitan Division with 75 points.
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