NEW YORK (AP) — Mathew Barzal had a goal and an assist, Semyon Varlamov got his second shutout of the season, and the New York Islanders beat the Blue Jackets 2-0.
Defenseman Zach Werenski is expected to miss four weeks with a shoulder injury suffered in the first period.
Werenski leads all Columbus defensemen in scoring this season with six goals and 10 assists in 26 games. His goal, assist and point totals rank third overall on the club.