Game Preview: Islanders vs Devils
The Islanders host the Devils in their Home Opener (7:30 PM, MSGSN)
By Shannon Bickert October 03, 2026 Link copied NEW YORK ISLANDERS (0-1-0) HOST NEW JERSEY DEVILS (1-0-0)
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The Islanders are coming off a 2-1 loss in Toronto to open their season. Emil Heineman found the back of the net for the Isles' lone goal of the night.
Jack Hughes delivered the game-winner in overtime in the Devils season-opener, to give New Jersey the 3-2 victory. Luke Hughes and Dougie Hamilton also scored in the win.
The Islanders swept the season series from the Devils last season and are 7-0-1 in their last eight games against New Jersey overall.
PROJECTED LINEUP See the Islanders lines from Friday's practice. Check back after morning skate to see if there are any line or lineup updates.
Emil Heineman – Bo Horvat – Kyle Palmieri Simon Holmström – JG Pageau – Anthony Duclair Victor Eklund – Cal Ritchie – Brayden Schenn Ondřej Palát – Casey Cizikas – Matias Maccelli
Adam Pelech – Matthew Schaefer Alexander Romanov – Ryan Pulock Logan Stanley – Tony DeAngelo