I've had injuries along the same lines and they linger. It's not completely crazy to believe it could be connected to his injury.
- Cptmjl

I have too but we aren't elite athletes and a bad knee doesn't make for horrible decision making which is JT's problem right now. And I'll humor you and say their may be lingering effects. Wouldn't you simplfy your game even more?

I think its connected to his injury as well. If he doesnt resign thats life and we may get enough of a return that we will end up better in the end? There will be life after JT if he doesnt resign but with that said he probably will.
- Cptmjl

Absolutely right. The Isles played better last season after JT got hurt in the Olympics. I'm a fan of JT, but I have also stated that the guy has his limitations. He isn't good defensively. He rarely finishes his checks. (He and Bailey should have a contest to see who has the fewest hits in the NHL each season.) I like the kid's attitude, but someone needs to teach him to play a better all-around game. Otherwise, he's the wrong guy to wear the "C".

".... it starts at the top with the team’s captain John Tavares. In my opinion his play at even strength the past two months has been appalling."

I'm glad you said this, Dan. You have more credibility here than me.

I have too but we aren't elite athletes and a bad knee doesn't make for horrible decision making which is JT's problem right now. And I'll humor you and say their may be lingering effects. Wouldn't you simplfy your game even more?
- Dan Petriw

Absolutely. There are just times when to me he looks a half step behind at times even in his skating which was never a strong suit of his. He doesn't look as strong on the puck either. His decision making is definitely off there's no denying it but to me he looks completely physically out matched at times and that's with players he would've skated through in past seasons.

I agree dan it is fixable. The problem is look who is in charge of fixing it. Jack Capuano. The same guy who thought it'd be a good idea to make his seventh defenseman his first pairing and give him over twenty minutes a night. His ideas to play wing on JT's line besides kulemin in game decision wise? So far Cal Clutterbuck and Matt Martin. Nothing will get fixed bcs when it does eventually itll revert to this stupidity at a later time. Is anyone catching on to this yet? Any sound decision this guy makes he soon after contradicts with stupidity.


Hes not intelligent and hes not a good coach. Im not trying to be mean here there just isnt any other way to put it. Once hes no longer coach of this team which will happen eventually I think people are going to be amazed by how good we really are. There is a boat load of talent on this team thats not being used properly. If Snow circles his wagons around Capuano the new owners will throw him out the door with him if they have any brains in their heads.
- Cptmjl

i agree and i believe jack capuano has to be the worst coach in history and the worst coach of any sport team

Retire you joke...dan you are beyond ridiculous. 91 has been incredible every season hes been in the league, and because hes going thru a slump on a 19-10 team you are going to criminalize him? Seriously you are a joke

Absolutely right. The Isles played better last season after JT got hurt in the Olympics. I'm a fan of JT, but I have also stated that the guy has his limitations. He isn't good defensively. He rarely finishes his checks. (He and Bailey should have a contest to see who has the fewest hits in the NHL each season.) I like the kid's attitude, but someone needs to teach him to play a better all-around game. Otherwise, he's the wrong guy to wear the "C".
- JohnScammo

Let me be clear I don't want the guy traded and I want him resigned. I'm a huge JT fan. I think he's going through a rough patch here that I'm 100% he will come out of better than before. I'm just saying if we lost him Bcs he didn't want to resign it's not the end of the world. Whatever team got got him would be a very lucky one.

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Yes he is.

Some players just get cold. I mean hell look at Claude Giroux last season. 15 games for first goal and later would be finalist for Mvp. Also look at Rick Nash last year. People were questioning his role with the Rangers and his play in playoffs. Look at him now. A top the league in scoring and has been NY best player. Streaks happen or players perhaps even lose confidence and dig themselves further. I think JT will be fine. Well unless he gets another season ending injury

Retire you joke...dan you are beyond ridiculous. 91 has been incredible every season hes been in the league, and because hes going thru a slump on a 19-10 team you are going to criminalize him? Seriously you are a joke
- hockeyman92

Wrong. JT has shown good offensive talent. Period. End of story.

Let me be clear I don't want the guy traded and I want him resigned. I'm a huge JT fan. I think he's going through a rough patch here that I'm 100% he will come out of better than before. I'm just saying if we lost him Bcs he didn't want to resign it's not the end of the world. Whatever team got got him would be a very lucky one.
- Cptmjl

if you really look at whats going on with the team then you can see that jack capuano is ruining their careers on and off the ice.. i know jack capuano is the problem and he needs to go before its to late

Some players just get cold. I mean hell look at Claude Giroux last season. 15 games for first goal and later would be finalist for Mvp. Also look at Rick Nash last year. People were questioning his role with the Rangers and his play in playoffs. Look at him now. A top the league in scoring and has been NY best player. Streaks happen or players perhaps even lose confidence and dig themselves further. I think JT will be fine. Well unless he gets another season ending injury
- arichardson22

I agree. He will snap out of this. It's not like the guy isn't putting up points he's just not playing complete.

Wrong. JT has shown good offensive talent. Period. End of story.
- JohnScammo

Are you referring to just this season or every season?

Wrong. JT has shown good offensive talent. Period. End of story.
- JohnScammo

Just asking, do u base players bc there offensive only or being more complete?

Are you referring to just this season or every season?
- Cptmjl

Every season.

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1. Enthusiasm,
2. Disillusionment,
3. Panic,
4. Search for the guilty,
5. Punishment of the innocent, and
6. Praise and honor for the nonparticipants.

Just asking, do u base players bc there offensive only or being more complete?
- Ur Not Me

Not sure I understand your question, but I'll give it a try anyway. I rate players based on their overall game. That means that forwards must be defensively responsible, not just focus on scoring goals. A goal prevented is just as important as a goal scored.

Not sure I understand your question, but I'll give it a try anyway. I rate players based on their overall game. That means that forwards must be defensively responsible, not just focus on scoring goals. A goal prevented is just as important as a goal scored.
- JohnScammo

So by u saying that JT is just an offensive talent, then by your terminology, JT is not a top 5 or 10 F in the league????

Retire you joke...dan you are beyond ridiculous. 91 has been incredible every season hes been in the league, and because hes going thru a slump on a 19-10 team you are going to criminalize him? Seriously you are a joke
- hockeyman92

Nobody gets a pass on this team from me. I'd be a fraud if I picked and chooses who to critize. It's just my opinion. Nobody makes you read my work. Their are other islanders reporters on here where you can get your news and opinoln pieces from if you aren't happy

Every season.
- JohnScammo

I don't agree he has for the most part dominated games in seasons past. He has the same talent as the elite in this league and can completely take over games. He's not zetterburg as far as his defensive game but he's not that kind of player. HIs play this year is light years worse than seasons past as far as give aways, defense, etc. that in no way means that hes not a elite player. Just means he's going through a rough patch. Happens to all players and becomes much more noticeable when it's one of your own.

So by u saying that JT is just an offensive talent, then by your terminology, JT is not a top 5 or 10 F in the league????
- Ur Not Me

IMO, JT is not yet a Top 5 forward, but he could be with proper coaching.

IMO, JT is not yet a Top 5 forward, but he could be with proper coaching.
- JohnScammo

if u know by now I don't play the homer card, but wondering who or what your rankings will be until you reached JT's name?? At the F position.....

if u know by now I don't play the homer card, but wondering who or what your rankings will be until you reached JT's name?? At the F position.....
- Ur Not Me

Sorry, I've never tried to rate them in that way. I was just responding to your question, and I don't think his overall game so far puts him at or near the top. Not exactly sure where he falls....

One could make an argument that the team we're playing tonight has 2 or 3 forwards who have a better all around game.

Sorry, I've never tried to rate them in that way. I was just responding to your question, and I don't think his overall game so far puts him at or near the top. Not exactly sure where he falls....

One could make an argument that the team we're playing tonight has 2 or 3 forwards who have a better all around game.
- JohnScammo

I get ya, so in a way u don't think Stamkos is 1 of 3 best F's in today's game? Bc he sucks defensively......

I get ya, so in a way u don't think Stamkos is 1 of 3 best F's in today's game? Bc he sucks defensively......
- Ur Not Me

Yes, that is correct. I love his offensive talent, but .....