Pesce Scores Lone Goal in Devils' 2-1 Loss to Islanders

Brett Pesce scored the opening goal for the New Jersey Devils in their 2-1 loss to the New York Islanders. Pesce's wrist shot beat Islanders goaltender David Rittich at the 15:35 mark of the first period. The goal came after a strong forecheck by Timo Meier, Dawson Mercer, and Nico Hischier, with Hischier earning his 270th career assist on the play. Despite Pesce's effort, the Devils ultimately fell to the Islanders.