Johnny Boychuk's first game back in the lineup, was all heart.
The fearless competitor injected the Isles lineup with his steady veteran presence and his infectious commitment to executing Islander hockey. He and his teammates staved off elimination from the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Eastern Conference Final with their
2-1 double-overtime victory
in Game 5.
Bruises Blades and Blocks, Johnny Boychuk Returns
In his first game since Aug. 1, Johnny Boychuk made an impact in the Isles Game 5 double-OT win to extend their season
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