New York Islanders are on a 17 game point streak (now ended by ANA)

[holy]

Don't worry I doubt it really bothers him. All I can see him saying to himself is, "This does not compute."

“Everything’s not coming up Milhouse “

 

[IslesFanatic]

Thread title should be updated to say 14 game point streak

15 now

 

[The Winter Soldier]

Is this a shot at John Tavares? This is an overreach, he means now as "in this moment".

More like a pass-shot.

 

[Stamkos4life]

I find it hilarious how the islanders lost tavares, got the leafs old gm and yet are doing well.

While the leafs with tavares and a new, progressive gm are doing poorly.

 

[The Winter Soldier]

I have to be wondering what Lou is going to do between now and the TDL.

There certainly seems to be something special happening this season.

The only upgrade that would make them even better is adding to the 3C spot without disrupting team chemistry. This is as much as I would tinker with the roster.

 

[mm11]

I have to be wondering what Lou is going to do between now and the TDL.

There certainly seems to be something special happening this season.

The only upgrade that would make them even better is adding to the 3C spot without disrupting team chemistry. This is as much as I would tinker with the roster.

Not really loving the PK and the isles sure could use a grizzled vet that can win a draw. Personally I would try Barzal with Bailey and Eberle as well. What do I know? I'm some middle aged guy living in NE Florida working on my driver and irons these days..

 

[The Winter Soldier]

Not really loving the PK and the isles sure could use a grizzled vet that can win a draw. Personally I would try Barzal with Bailey and Eberle as well. What do I know? I'm some middle aged guy living in NE Florida working on my driver and irons these days..

Yeah the faceoffs could be important in the playoffs. If I am a betting man, if the price is not too expensive. I can see Lou making a deal. I know he spoke about not disrupting team chemistry too much. He already upgraded the team with Brassard this summer. The second move could be the one that puts them close to peak potential.in my mind i am trying to justify making a deal for JGP for a first rounder. I hate to deal first rd picks but this year may be the year to do it.

 

[PWJunior]

I have to be wondering what Lou is going to do between now and the TDL.

There certainly seems to be something special happening this season.

The only upgrade that would make them even better is adding to the 3C spot without disrupting team chemistry. This is as much as I would tinker with the roster.

With Barzal, Nelson, and Cizikas doing the majority of the heavy lifting at center... the "#3C" is a misnomer. Pageau would be amazing, but it's really a #4C spot and role that needs being filled. Koivula is getting a chance now and Bardreau filled in nicely when injuries hit.

A good defensive center that's strong on the faceoff dot would be nice.

 

[Lame Lambert]

 

[Chardo]

Yeah the faceoffs could be important in the playoffs. If I am a betting man, if the price is not too expensive. I can see Lou making a deal. I know he spoke about not disrupting team chemistry too much. He already upgraded the team with Brassard this summer. The second move could be the one that puts them close to peak potential.in my mind i am trying to justify making a deal for JGP for a first rounder. I hate to deal first rd picks but this year may be the year to do it.

Cizikas is 11th in the league among players with 100 faceoffs.

 

[Artanis]

I have to be wondering what Lou is going to do between now and the TDL.

There certainly seems to be something special happening this season.

The only upgrade that would make them even better is adding to the 3C spot without disrupting team chemistry. This is as much as I would tinker with the roster.

Pageau would look really good on the islanders

 

[Chardo]

With Barzal, Nelson, and Cizikas doing the majority of the heavy lifting at center... the "#3C" is a misnomer. Pageau would be amazing, but it's really a #4C spot and role that needs being filled. Koivula is getting a chance now and Bardreau filled in nicely when injuries hit.

A good defensive center that's strong on the faceoff dot would be nice.

I like Pageau, but he's a career 30 to 40 point guy on a hot streak. Look past the hype and he's basically Cizikas. Which is not a knock in any way, but a warning about overvaluing him.

 

[The Winter Soldier]

Cizikas is 11th in the league among players with 100 faceoffs.

He's having a good year, traditionally he has been a sub 50% faceoff man. Still would be nice to have another faceoff man.

 

[The Winter Soldier]

I like Pageau, but he's a career 30 to 40 point guy on a hot streak. Look past the hype and he's basically Cizikas. Which is not a knock in any way, but a warning about overvaluing him.

I think you can build a team like St louis. ROR, Schenn, Bozak, Sundvist.

The blues kill a team in match ups with this depth. I don't even like to call Cizikas a 4th line C. We know he is more than that. JGP would make the Isles one of the deepest teams at Center. I can only see it improving the Isles.

 

[rangersfansince08]

I think you can build a team like St louis. ROR, Schenn, Bozak, Sundvist.

The blues kill a team in match ups with this depth. I don't even like to call Cizikas a 4th line C. We know he is more than that. JGP would make the Isles one of the deepest teams at Center. I can only see it improving the Isles.

Maybe if you can get him with a second and decent prospect. Wouldn't trade a top prospect or first round pick for him?

If Avs feel like they can score enough they should call about Landeskog. Or Kreider. Or Hall. All three would look besides Barzal.

 

[Kevin27NYI]

I’ve wanted pageau for years but now I don’t really want him because he’s doing so damn well he could command a first easily.

 

[Chardo]

I think you can build a team like St louis. ROR, Schenn, Bozak, Sundvist.

The blues kill a team in match ups with this depth. I don't even like to call Cizikas a 4th line C. We know he is more than that. JGP would make the Isles one of the deepest teams at Center. I can only see it improving the Isles.

He would definitely improve the Isles, or any team. Just be mindful of the price tag.

 

[The Winter Soldier]

He would definitely improve the Isles, or any team. Just be mindful of the price tag.

The likely price for a TDL upgrade of JGP's caliber is atleast a first rd pick using the Kevin Hayes deal the Jets made last season as an example. It's a tough call, but The Isles may be in position to feel it may be worth it. At this point, I think Isles fans should trust Lou and Barry to make the determination if it is worth the price. Everything they have touched to date has turned to gold.

 

[The Winter Soldier]

Maybe if you can get him with a second and decent prospect. Wouldn't trade a top prospect or first round pick for him?

If Avs feel like they can score enough they should call about Landeskog. Or Kreider. Or Hall. All three would look besides Barzal.

I was thinking JGP would command at least a first rd pick. Price has risen this year with his play. Could be too expensive for some teams.

 

[Macch]

Thought it was 15 games...

 

[Chardo]

I save my first round picks for top line players.

 

[BossyMVP]

I save my first round picks for top line players.

Exactly. 4th line center shouldn't cost a first. A scorer in barzys wing should cost a 1st.

 

[Hunn]

Honestly, Other then maybe Tampa, pretty much every team they have faced have been bubble teams and non playoff teams during this stretch. But it’s still impressive. I’m hoping they go at least 20.

For perspective –

They played:

– 9 games against top-10 teams (all > 0.600 PPG), went 6-3-0, all 3 losses came in the first 4 games of the season.

– 7 games against middle-12, went 6-0-1.

– 3 games only against 8 bottom-feeders (all < 0.500 PPG), went 3-0-0.

 

[ThreeLeftSkates]

Maybe if you can get him with a second and decent prospect. Wouldn't trade a top prospect or first round pick for him?

If Avs feel like they can score enough they should call about Landeskog. Or Kreider. Or Hall. All three would look besides Barzal.

Pass on Kreider, due to the Ranger stench.

 

[The Winter Soldier]

With Barzal, Nelson, and Cizikas doing the majority of the heavy lifting at center... the "#3C" is a misnomer. Pageau would be amazing, but it's really a #4C spot and role that needs being filled. Koivula is getting a chance now and Bardreau filled in nicely when injuries hit.

A good defensive center that's strong on the faceoff dot would be nice.

JGP is playing himself into the catagory of being too expensive. Lou has traded 2nd rd picks to acquire Plekanec and Boyle at the TDL. Maybe this is the type of deal The Isles can expect.