The Islanders visit the Lightning this evening in Tampa. The Islanders beat the them their last time out in the beginning of November, and the Bolts aren’t playing entirely to their capabilities so far this season.
But they did just stomp down the Sharks, so New York needs to win tonight to prevent Tampa Bay from using the Isles as a springboard.
- The Islanders feel they’re still playing consistently well, even if they’re not consistently getting standings points. [Newsday]
- Steve Simmons says the Maple Leafs shouldn’t have forced out Lou Lamoriello.