The New York Islanders lost the first game of their season to the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3 on Thursday. Matthew Schaefer was the highlight, picking up his first assist in his first game. Late in the game, a penalty was called on New York that could impact their home opener on Saturday. Islanders forward Jonathan Drouin is facing a suspension after cross-checking Penguins forward Connor Dewar.

“NY Islanders’ Jonathan Drouin will have a hearing today for cross-checking Pittsburgh’s Connor Dewar,” NHL Player Safety posted on X, formerly Twitter. Expand Tweet

Penguins goalie Tristan Jarry covered the puck with 15 seconds left in the game, all but securing a Pittsburgh win. A scrum broke out around Jarry that included Drouin and Dewar. It ended with the veteran cross-checking the youngs

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