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As the New York Islanders prepare to face off against the Boston Bruins, all eyes will be on Mathew Barzal, who is expected to lead the charge for the Isles. The first period will be crucial for setting the tone of this matchup at UBS Arena. The Islanders have been focusing on a strong defensive start, hoping to capitalize on any early mistakes by the Bruins. With Semyon Varlamov out due to a knee injury, Ilya Sorokin will need to step up in goal and provide a solid performance from the get-go.