On Tuesday the Blackhawks come to UBS. The Blackhawks are 26-31-13 for 65 points. They stink. While nothing comes easy for the Isles this is a game where anything less than 2 points is unacceptable. You can't lose games like this when every point matters.
Mike Kelly on X: "Ilya Sorokin with his league-leading 7th shutout last night against the Blue Jackets. The Islanders rank 31st in inner slot shots and high-danger chances against - 28th in expected goals against. They are 4th in actual GAA. https://t.co/dz5CKJaQYI" / X
Is this a coaching issue? I’m not giving Roy a pass here either, Trotz made this team a defensive team first but Roy likes to use speed and quick counter to put pressure on opposing teams. That type of strategy allows open areas on ice behind the forwards. I’m not saying he should be fired but team is still near bottom of standings with Roy as coach.
It's probably a combination of the style they play and the lack of talent on the team. I am enjoying this season, and they won a lot more than I thought they would, but this team is a work in progress. Darche has to upgrade the talent with both the forwards and defense.
