I myself am still waiting for their massive PDO to drop, that team is soooo stale to watch.
- FinnGod
I recall when trotz went to Washington reporters asked him if he was gunna make them a shut down like Nashville was and he said something along the lines of the press being like that because that was the way that roster was built. I think he’s doing the same thing with the isles since you didn’t see Washington’s offence dissipate under him.
The funny thing is not only do the islanders defy the analytics with high percentages and lucky goaltending but they have done it consistently since trotz’ arrival. As well by some miracle every average goalie going back to his time with the press was a vezina contender under trotz.
I think what works for the isles is every player has 100% bought into that teams structure. On paper they should probably be a bottom 10 team. I think what helps them succeed though is more of a mental factor. While other teams will still control the puck more due to skill when the isles play their physical game, players won’t make be making the best decision with the puck and consequently throw themselves and their team out of structure.