Head coach Barry Trotz of the New York Islanders (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
I have great respect for Coach Trotz, his pre and in-game planning and execution, his system, and his championship pedigree. We, as New York Islander fans are blessed to have him behind our bench however, Coach is not putting his players in the best position to perform to their potential.
The recent losses to Washington are a microcosm of the slim margins for error in Coach Trotz’s system and a big reason why the Islanders play so many close games.
Last night’s 6-3 loss to the Capitals shows what happens when that defense-first approach breaks down.