Scott Mayfield participated in the Islanders optional morning skate on Friday, but will not play against the New Jersey Devils, per Head Coach Lane Lambert.
The defenseman skated with the team for the first time since blocking a shot in Saturday's season-opening win over Buffalo.
"This is a good step for him to get back on the ice for sure," Lambert said.
Lambert added that Mayfield's travel status for Saturday's matchup in Buffalo is yet to be determined.
The 31-year-old defenseman saw his 83 consecutive game streak come to an end as he missed Tuesday's matchup against the Arizona Coyotes. Mayfield recorded a career-best 24 points (6G, 18A) last season over a full 82-game slate.
