The span from July 1st to the start of training camp gives fans time to predict, speculate, and reflect. Let's make a modern-day lineup of Islanders players from 2000 to the current day.
Forwards:
Starting with the first line. Even though he is still public enemy #1, John Tavares has to be the top-line center. Matt Moulson was Tavares' usual left wing during his tenure. Moulson had three straight 30-goal seasons and built terrific chemistry with Tavares. Kyle Okposo was always a fan favorite and loyal Islander before finishing his career with a much-deserved Stanley Cup with the Florida Panthers two years ago.