The Islanders finish their California trip Saturday in Anaheim after defeating Los Angeles 5–2. The club's official statistical recap credits Brayden Schenn with a goal and two assists, Matthew Schaefer with a power-play goal in his 100th NHL game and Ilya Sorokin with 26 saves.
Five Islanders scored against the Kings, and the team blocked 23 shots. That distribution matters entering another road game because it reduces dependence on one line, though the Anaheim matchup will present a new opponent and goaltending decision. The team lists a three-game point streak at 1–0–2.
The official schedule lists the Ducks game for 10 p.m. Eastern. Start time, lineup status and broadcast availability should be checked near puck drop. A player who appeared in Los Angeles may still be rested or ruled unavailable after the morning update.
New York's first win in Los Angeles since 2018 improves the trip, but the Saturday result will determine whether the club returns home with a winning finish. The useful measures include shot quality, special teams, defensive-zone exits and whether the Islanders can sustain their recent scoring depth on consecutive nights.
Primary sources: New York Islanders official statistical recap; New York Islanders official schedule. Reviewed November 14, 2026. Development: Anaheim game scheduled November 14, 2026.