The first real game played by the latest NHL first overall pick are in and most are in agreement that it was a smashing success despite the OT Loss to the Stanley Cup Champions.
I, for one, cannot wait to see what else John Tavares and the Islanders have up their sleeves and five days was to long to wait for game number two.
How about that.
I am excited to see the Islanders play. A lot of fans are excited to see the Islanders play.
When was the last time anyone heard a statement like that?
The New York Islanders went toe to toe with the "Gold Standard" in the NHL and had to come away feeling pretty good.
The Islanders had solid goaltending, team toughness, smart play, quick skating...and they were fun to watch.
When was the last time anyon ...
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New York Islanders: First Impressions and What Would You Do?
Posted: 7th October 2009 by Frank Trovato in NHLComments Off on New York Islanders: First Impressions and What Would You Do?