But winger David Pastrnak gave the Bruins much-needed life, cutting the deficit to one with what seemed like a pass toward the net that found its way in from a tough angle. Center Pavel Zacha and defenseman Parker Wotherspoon picked up assists on the play, but the focus remained on Pastrnak.

The New York Islanders will be welcoming back Noah Dobson to the lineup on Thursday evening against the Boston Bruins.