In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono and Tom deLuca chat with NHL.com writer/columnist/editor John Kreiser as the Islanders head back to the Nassau Coliseum for a 4 game home stand starting with the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday Night. Kreiser talks about Anders Lee’s strong play, Brock Nelson’s struggles and the latest problems on the penalty kill. Later, John shares his thoughts on if the Isles should make a move before the March 2nd trade deadline and if the team will be able to hold off the Pens, Rangers and Capitals in the Metropolitan Division.
Joe, Tom and John Discuss:
- Sunday’s too close for comfort 3-2 win in Buffalo
- Anders Lee continues to find different ways to put the puck in the net
- Brock Nelson’s inability to get on the score sheet in recent weeks
- Colin McDonald paying immediate dividends upon his return from Bridgeport
- The loss of Kyle Okposo and its impact on the rest of the lineup
- The head scratching struggles of the league’s 30th ranked penalty kill
- If the Islanders will make a move as the trade deadline approaches
- How many points they need to pick up in this week’s home stand
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