Alexander Romanov could probably give Noah Dobson some good advice right about now.

Three games into his NHL career, he’s making a good impression.

He has been the lone player in the Islanders’ top four who hasn’t dealt with injuries this season, but his status is a major concern after Monday night. 

This was the sort of effort which, if the Islanders could replicate it consistently, makes them look like a playoff contender.

This isn’t the first time Kyle Palmieri’s name has been thrown around going into the NHL trade deadline. If the Islanders move the winger, it won’t be the first time he’s been dealt, either.

When Patrick Roy came to Long Island, a year ago Monday to the day, it felt like general manager Lou Lamoriello had pulled a rabbit out of the hat that could help resurrect a stagnant franchise.

If this is a sign of the penalty kill being pulled back from the abyss, it is most welcome. 

He has impressed everyone, coach Patrick Roy included, over a run of three starts in four games, over which he’s allowed just three total goals.

Brent Sutter was honored before Saturday's 4-1 win against the Sharks on Saturday and added into the Islanders’ newly minted Ring of Honor.

At least for now, the Islanders stopped the bleeding.