The New York Islanders are making a splash with their play so far this season. Yes, I know how early it is, but to have all the pieces working well and winning games is a good thing to start the season.
We all know how hot Montoya has been, making 34 saves on 35 shots vs Tampa Bay. The Isles first line of Moulson, Tavares and Parenteau has been on fire with 19 points in 4 games. J.T was named second star of the week with a hat trick and 4 points vs the Rangers on Saturday while Nabokov was solid in his 29 save performance Islander debut. Tavares and Parenteau were tied for the league lead in points and assists respectively after Saturday’s game.
When special teams click and the Isles can keep to their game, they can really bring it. The team heads to the sunshine state for games vs. Tampa Bay and Florida on Thursday and Saturday for their first games on the road this year.
Stay tuned. More to come
Isles Notes:
Blake Comeau was an unexpected healthy scratch against the Rangers, a team he has had success against in his career. ESPN’s Katie Strang has reported Coach Capuano has no comment on the matter.
Rick DiPietro suffered a concussion, but is considered day to day and may be with the Islanders against Tampa Bay.
Kirill Kabanov has been added to the Färjestads BK roster of the SEL.
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