One of the best things that PAP was contributing the last time he was here is that he was able to
carry the biscuit through center ice, cross the blue line , pull up, and distribute a pass to a leading forward or a trailing D man . All while having his head up ready to react to anything. The ability to control the puck means JT will not have to dig in the corners as much to create his own chances.
A fresher JT is a great thing. Really like this signing. If Ladd doesn't mesh well he can play on the second line and Lee can move up to first line. PAP and JT will control the zone and Lee could have a career year too. PAP will stay with JT all season.
Playing with Superman at center could really put him in position to have a career year for points if he can keep up. He is a possesion player much like Fransie was.
My prediction for PAP. 18 - 55 - 73.
Let's go islanders!!!!