Islanders Gameday News: Line remix with Avalanche coming
Trying this trio again? | Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images
With two extra forward to play with, Lane Lambert is tinkering with his line mix. The Islanders are back in action and at home tonight to try and stop the undefeated Colorado Avalanche. Good luck with that.
They may have a new line mix or two. They seem certain to still be without one of their top PK blueliners.
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Islanders News
Previewing tonight: The Isles prepare for Colorado’s skill and speed. Scott Mayfield did not skate yesterday, so expect him to be out again. Sure hope the Isles commit no penalties. [Isles]
Based on practice, we might have Anders Lee back on the top line with Bo and Barzal. [AM NY]
Meanwhile, it could be Simon Holmstrom and Oliver Wahlstrom flanking J-G Pageau. [THN]
Prospect Report: Justin Gill had a four-point night, Isaiah George had a two-goal weekend. [Isles]
NHL News
Only one game last night — the Sabers lost to the Canadiens — but tonight is a “frozen frenzy” with all 32 teams in action.
Meanwhile, dig into the NHL’s new tracking-stats site to check player top speeds and stuff like that. The world of data and surveillance is upon us.
Whoa whoa, calm down, sponsors. Connor McDavid isn’t ruled out for the Heritage Classic (yet). [NHL]
Bill Armstrong discusses the Coyotes’ rebuild, which he says is in Phase 2. [NHL]
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