The New York Islanders, missing Bo Horvat, seek to extend their December winning streak against the rebuilding Vancouver Canucks, who recently traded Quinn Hughes.

The New York Islanders, despite missing key players like Bo Horvat, aim to extend their 6-2-0 December record against the rebuilding Vancouver Canucks, who earned their first back-to-back wins since October after trading captain Quinn Hughes to Minnesota. The Canucks, last in the NHL with 29 points, are rebuilding with young talent acquired in the trade. The Islanders, idle since a 3-2 overtime loss to Detroit, hope for Horvat’s return as they continue their strong December performance.