Boston Bruins defender Nikita Zadorov took to social media to mock New York Islanders fans following a tense game on Tuesday.

New York Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer either needs to fight back or risk an injury unless the team finds someone to be his bodyguard.

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Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov learned the lesson to his chagrin on Tuesday night at UBS Arena, when he knocked down rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer behind Boston’s goal. He was promptly greeted by Anders Lee, Anthony Duclair and Jean-Gabriel Pageau, all of whom attempted to tackle him at once.

The Bruins faced the Islanders on Oct. 28 and won 5-2 on home ice. Elias Lindholm, David Pastrnak, Mikey Eyssimont, Morgan Geeke and Fraser Minten scored in the comeback victory, and Joonas Korpisalo made 33 saves.

The Boston Bruins picked up a crucial two points in the Eastern Conference standings with a 4-3 shootout victory over the New York Islanders on the road at UBS Arena on Tuesday night.

The New York Islanders came to Matthew Schaefer's defense after the rookie was roughed up by the Boston Bruins' Nikita Zadorov.

The Islanders are vying for their third straight win when they host the Boston Bruins on Tuesday night at UBS Arena (7PM, MSGSN)