Adam Pelech made his anticipated return to the lineup, but it coincided with the Islanders' struggles, including a recent loss to the Blackhawks. The team is grappling with a poor power play and penalty kill, contributing to their current woes.

Adam Pelech returned to the lineup for the New York Islanders after missing 20 games due to an upper-body injury, providing a significant boost to the team's defensive lineup.

Adam Pelech returned to the Islanders lineup after recovering from a facial injury sustained in early November. He had no goals and four assists in his first 11 games this season. Despite the challenges of multiple injuries on the team, Pelech appreciated the camaraderie with teammates during his recovery, which helped him feel connected to the group.

Adam Pelech returned to the lineup after recovering from a puck injury to the face. He had no goals and four assists in his first 11 games this season but valued the camaraderie he experienced while rehabilitating with teammates. Pelech acknowledged the challenges of having multiple injuries on the team but appreciated the support and connection it provided during his recovery.

Adam Pelech returned to the lineup after recovering from a facial injury sustained on November 1. He had no goals and four assists in his first 11 games this season. Despite the challenges of injuries affecting the team, Pelech appreciated the camaraderie with teammates during his recovery, which helped him feel connected to the group.