Newsday · May 23, 2018
Garth Snow's highs and lows as Islanders GM
Garth Snow, Islanders general manager, answers questions from the media during a news conference at Northwell Health Ice Center in East Meadow on April 9. Photo Credit: James EscherThe Ups
Drafting John Tavares: There were other good options in the 2009 NHL Draft, but Tavares was the perfect fit as someone who would embrace carrying the franchise. Tavares has been a five-time All-Star and had led the Islanders to three playoff appearances in his nine seasons.
Drafting Mathew Barzal: Snow selected Barzal with the 16th overall pick in the 2015 NHL Draft. Barzal had a breakout season in 2017-18, scoring 22 goals with 63 assists.