Predicting Brock Nelson’s Next Contract & Islanders Must Make Big Splash Soon
Plus, we analyze who the organization's top trade target should be.
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Predicting Brock Nelson’s Next Contract With the Islanders
June 18, 2024 by Michael Ostrower
Brock Nelson has been one of the New York Islanders’ best players in recent seasons. He continuously finds the scoresheet, scores key goals, and drives offense from a line that would be nothing without him. He has been an alternate captain since the 2020-21 season and is one of the most underrated players in the league. Now entering the final season under his contract, what should Islanders fans expect his next one to look like?
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Islanders Need to Go All-In During 2024 Offseason
June 19, 2024 by Michael Ostrower
It’s that time of year when plenty of trade speculation articles are out there. From Mitch Marner to Martin Necas or Nikolaj Ehlers, and now Patrik Laine, some stars could be on the move and plenty of teams are getting ready…
Islanders Must Make Big Splash Soon to Exit Mediocrity
June 19, 2024 by Anthony Russo
The New York Islanders are in a position that no organization in the NHL ever wants to be in. They aren’t good enough to contend for the Stanley Cup – nor are they bad enough to be a lottery team to land the first overall pick. It’s mediocrity at its finest.
Who Should the Islanders’ Trade Target Be: Ehlers or Laine?
June 19, 2024 by Mike Fink
The New York Islanders are looking to add talent on the wing and can do so in a trade this summer. They have plenty of centers but lack that elite playmaker or scorer to go along with the strength up the middle. The two prominent players on the trade block are Nikolaj Ehlers of the Winnipeg Jets and Patrik Laine of the Columbus Blue Jackets.