The New York Islanders find themselves in a strange position as they conclude a three-game road trip with a visit to the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night.

The contest had high stakes, as the Islanders (85 points) and the Blue Jackets (85 points) entered the game two points apart in the standings, but the Isles were on a mission to close that gap.

Brian Hedger Here we go, final period unless they end tied.