Highlights of Friday's NHL games

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[November 22, 2014]  Nov 21 (The Sports Xchange) - Highlights of Friday's National Hockey League games:

Islanders 5, Penguins 4 (SO)

Kyle Okposo scored the decisive shootout goal as the New York Islanders edged the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Okposo's goal denied Penguins goaltender Marc-Andre Fluery his 300th career victory.

Ryan Strome had a goal and two assists for the Islanders in regulation.

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Bruins 4, Blue Jackets 3 (SO)

Alex Khokhlachev, called up from the minor leagues on Thursday, scored in the seventh round of a shootout to lead the Boston Bruins to a win over the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Boston produced a third period fightback with goals from defenseman Dennis Seidenberg, right wing Matt Fraser and left wing Daniel Paille to overcome a 2-0 deficit.

Blue Jackets center Ryan Johansen had a goal and two assists, while left winger Nick Foligno scored his team-leading 10th goal of the season.

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Devils 2, Oilers 0

The New Jersey Devils scored two goals in the second period, which is all they needed in a shutout victory over the Edmonton Oilers.

Devils (8-9-2) goalie Cory Schneider made 29 saves in the victory and got goals from Adam Henrique and Tuomo Ruutu.

The Oilers (6-11-2) extended their losing streak to five games. They have not won at home since Oct. 27 against Montreal. (Editing by Jahmal Corner/Sudipto Ganguly)

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