Elite Sports NY · Feb 22, 2017
New York Islanders need to address new defensive issues
Apr 30, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; New York Islanders defenseman Johnny Boychuk (55) during the third period of game two of the second round of the 2016 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amalie Arena. Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the New York Islanders 4-1.Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY SportsSince interim coach Doug Weight took over, the Islanders have been an impressive 10-4-2 while frequently out-shooting their opponents. But the in addressing an offensive shortcoming, a defensive problem is brewing.
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When Jack Capuano was fired, the New York Islanders were at the bottom of the Eastern Conference.