Rookie Matthew Schaefer Scores Twice for Islanders in Late Loss to Blue Jackets

New York Islanders rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer had a notable performance, scoring two goals in Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets. He opened the scoring in the first period with his fourth goal of the season, putting the Islanders up 1-0. Later in the game, with just 1:07 left in the third period, Schaefer scored his second goal of the night and fifth of the season to tie the game at 2-2. Despite his efforts, the Islanders ultimately faltered, allowing two goals in 29 seconds to lose the game. Schaefer also took a hit from Miles Wood late in the first period.