The Islanders are not a "now" team. No one can dispute that. They have become a future team.
It's all the Islanders talk or speak about, so let's take a moment or two to consider the future.
The young core of the Islanders is just about in place, with young players succeeding at the NHL level instead of just taking up space for a change. The NHL has transformed into a young players' league, Chris Chelios notwithstanding.
It has become commonplace for 18- and 19-year-olds to come directly to the NHL instead of going through their growing pains in the minors or in the juniors. Age is no longer a factor. It's only a matter of if you can play or not, whether you're 18 or 48.
With John Tavares making strides in not only his offensive game but also his total game, he ...
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Looking to the New York Islanders’ Future: Can Youth Movement Bring Success?
Posted: 18th March 2010 by Frank Trovato in NHLComments Off on Looking to the New York Islanders’ Future: Can Youth Movement Bring Success?