The New York Islanders faced a tense moment when defenseman Mike Reilly was injured during a game against the Buffalo Sabres. Teammates, including Bo Horvat and Anders Lee, rushed to assist him after he fell and appeared unconscious. Fortunately, Reilly was able to leave the ice on his own and was later seen in the locker room, indicating he avoided serious injury.

With Reilly day-to-day and Adam Pelech also sidelined, the Islanders are actively searching for a left-handed defenseman. General manager Lou Lamoriello noted the team's cap space and potential trade options, including Erik Gustafsson and Erik Brannstrom, as they navigate their injury woes.