Nick Leddy Appreciation Thread

[The Wahligator]

Many of us have been hard on Leddy recently, but he was a solid player and a huge part of the “new era” of Islanders hockey.

Best of luck to him in DET!

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[PK Cronin]

He was a good Islander for sure and will be remembered fondly. Never could take that next step in any area of his game after arriving, but he was a solid player for a long time. Glad he came and we all got to see the most majestic creature on ice.

 

[Lame Lambert]

Sad to see him go.

 

[Lights911]

Solid player for many years with the Isles. The day Garth got Boychuk and Leddy was huge for the franchise.

 

[PWJunior]

Leddy will be fondly remembered by Isles fans. I expect the Isles give him a lot of props when Detroit comes to town and the fans will show him a lot of respect. He deserves it.

 

[Mr Misunderstood]

Leddy's three points get Islanders by Predators - Sportsnet.ca

His goal at 50 seconds of the game recap is seared into my memory. Don’t know why but I’ll miss him and his beautiful skating.

Best of luck Nick! Sorry we couldn’t get you your second Cup

 

[YoureMyBoyLou]

I will never forget the moment I found out that we got Boychuk and Leddy. What a nutty hour that was. One of Garth's better moves.

 

[Duanesutter12]

I will never forget the moment I found out that we got Boychuk and Leddy. What a nutty hour that was. One of Garth's better moves.

That was so awesome! Especially after all of those years of managing the cap floor. Garf really pulled off two gems with that one. I'll miss Leddy. Understated and underrated- just the way you want your good players to be. So long Leddy and thanks!

 

[PK Cronin]

At least someone is happy.

 

[SI]

Nick Leddy
31st All time in Islander scoring

8 seasons - 518 GP - 45-198-243

4th All time amongst D men in Points and Assists, 5th in G amongst D, And 6th amongst D all time GP.

 

[MJF]

There was a time when Nick Leddy being out of our lineup meant a guaranteed L. He was one of our untouchables for a long time. That’s the best compliment a player can get.

You will be missed Leds.

 

[Bill Herlyn]

Was a good Islander!! Best of luck in Detroit

 

[Strummergas]

Another great playoff beard bites the dust.

Though he could be frustrating at times, Leddy was more solid than not. His arrival here was a harbinger for what was to come for this franchise. Thanks for being a factor in the Islanders Renaissance.

 

[19 in a row]

Thanks for all the memories Nick, for re-signing with us, for some really good moments, for being classy and for helping us return to respectability . Will look forward to your tribute video and a standing O for your first game at UBS ... you can still sign with us for $1.5M after next season , just sayin'

 

[attilatheislander]

That was so awesome! Especially after all of those years of managing the cap floor. Garf really pulled off two gems with that one. I'll miss Leddy. Understated and underrated- just the way you want your good players to be. So long Leddy and thanks!

I remember rumors that we were either getting Boychuk OR Leddy and pondering which I'd prefer. When we got both, I thought "OMG! We might make the playoffs!"

The previous year's defense (13-14) was so awful: Carkner, Strait, A. Mac, A. Ness, Hickey. eww.

 

[Pure Slaughter Value]

The day they acquired both Leddy and Boychuk was such a major coup. Team instantly became one to watch (though the Isles never really surrounded Tavares with talent).

That pairing was phenomenal the first four or five years they were together.

 

[ScaredStreit]

Leddy signed here when nobody else would. He wasn't the best Islander ever but was damn good for a long time.

 

[JKP]

Loved watching him skate. Sad to see him go, but that's the cap/expansion world. Maybe we'll pick him up at the TDL.

 

[Beacon Isles]

Leddy and Boychuk coming in was the first step towards respectability again and for that, I will always be grateful and have respect for both men.

 

[SI]

Such a crazy moment in Islander history. Possibly, Snow’s shrewdest and best move.

It will remain one of those where were you moments.

 

[Mr Misunderstood]

Such a crazy moment in Islander history. Possibly, Snow’s shrewdest and best move.

It will remain one of those where were you moments.

It was a Saturday, I had to come into Manhattan and do testing at the office and hated it. Started celebrating with my Islander fan friend while we were both lurking on HF Isles as non users.

 

[RMimagery]

He'll be missed. Feel bad he's going to a bottom team after the peak in his career.

Creates room for Dobson to be our elite passer from the D and move up to the 3/4.

Best of luck Nick.

 

[LeapOnOver]

To me, and I know it can (and probably will be) debated (ahem Periferal), but that offseason where we got Boychuk and Leddy right before the season with a horrid D-Corp, was the first signal of a return to respectability. Both guys signed long term and made commitments and it absolutely changed the franchise's self esteem. Loved having Nick here and wish him all the best! He'll still be Isles fam when he's in town.

 

[CREW99AW]

Leddy's three points get Islanders by Predators - Sportsnet.ca

His goal at 50 seconds of the game recap is seared into my memory. Don’t know why but I’ll miss him and his beautiful skating.

Best of luck Nick! Sorry we couldn’t get you your second Cup

Going to be interesting to see if Detroit flips him at the TDL or tries to get him to stay,buying time for their young D to develop.

And closing in on 30, would Leddy even want to be back in a long-term rebuild, even if the money is higher than he would get elsewhere?

 

[CREW99AW]

To me, and I know it can (and probably will be) debated (ahem Periferal), but that offseason where we got Boychuk and Leddy right before the season with a horrid D-Corp, was the first signal of a return to respectability. Both guys signed long term and made commitments and it absolutely changed the franchise's self esteem. Loved having Nick here and wish him all the best! He'll still be Isles fam when he's in town.

I agree. I loved the swag Boychuk bought.
Those early yrs with Leddy and Boychuk were enjoyable.

Best of luck to Leddy.