Fans React To John Tavares’ Isles Exit
The Island Has Been Home, It’s What I Know; It’s Part Of Me. — Part of John Tavares’ Farewell Message To Islanders Fans. Likewise, in a positive statement, Isles hockey boss Lou Lamoriello thanked Tavares “for everything he has done for the franchise,” wishing John and his family “all the best.” In addition, Lamoriello added, “John […]
Jul 1, 2018
Tavares Gone; Can Islanders Survive?
The great Winston Churchill once said: A Pessimist Sees The Difficulty In Every Opportunity; An Optimist Sees The Opportunity In Every Difficulty England’s Churchill, the iconic hero of the Second World War, could have been talking about Lou Lamoriello today. Now that John Tavares has bid the Islanders adieu by signing with his hometown Toronto […]
Jul 1, 2018
Islanders Hit Draft Jackpot With Wahlstrom and Dobson
By Leo Scaglione Jr. Special Contributor to MSGNetworks.com In the end, Islanders president and general manager Lou Lamoriello kept both of his first-round picks in the 2018 NHL draft. When the Islanders were on the clock at number 11, they selected Oliver Wahlstrom, a right wing from Quincy, Mass., who spent each of the past […]
Nine Challenges Facing Barry Trotz
Now that the euphoria surrounding the Islanders hiring of Cup-winning coach Barry Trotz is subsiding, the club’s challenges next will be addressed by the new mentor. Having watched the Islanders play virtually every home game in person this past season — and by television for road games — The Maven will point out key areas […]
Jun 22, 2018