The New York Islanders’ Bo Horvat celebrates after scoring a goal against the Vancouver Canucks during the second period of an NHL game earlier this month in Elmont, N.Y.NEW YORK — The New York Islanders acquired Bo Horvat at a critical point in their season, and the veteran center has improved the offense and provided a stabilizing presence amid a flood of injuries to key players. “He’s strong on the puck, great defensively,” Islanders captain Anders Lee said. Horvat began playing on the top line with Barzal and Bailey before Anders Lee replaced Bailey. “Adding Bo was a big addition for us,” said Pageau, who has been the Islanders’ leader in faceoffs at 56.5% this season. He’s got it all.”The Islanders have just 19 games remaining — the fewest in the NHL.
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