The Islanders are in Detroit for a one-off trip before coming back to New York for a back-to-back. With a rare off day during a semi-breather in their schedule, there was no practice on Monday, but today’s morning skate revealed one lineup concern: Mat Barzal is a game-time decision.
The Red Wings (18-12-3, 39) are two points behind the Isles, but both currently occupy second place in their respective divisions. They are starting former Duck John Gibson in net.