The Islanders can breathe a sigh of relief.
After Brock Nelson exited Tuesday’s win over the Maple Leafs during the first period, Nelson was a full participant in practice on Thursday before the Isles traveled to Columbus.
That is the best news possible for a team already missing Mat Barzal and in need of every win possible down the stretch.
Brock Nelson returned to the ice at Islanders practice after leaving last game with an injury.NHLI via Getty Images Nelson is the team’s leading scorer with 65 points this season.
