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Question 1: Do the Islanders Need to Name a Captain?

We begin our new series, 20 Questions in 20 Days, with where else, question one. For the next 20 days, our esteemed staff will tackle, what could be the biggest questions facing the New York Islanders this season.

When John Tavares realized his childhood dream and signed with the Toronto Maple Leafs this summer it left a void in the middle of the Islanders first line. The void will likely be filled by Calder Trophy winner Mat Barzal. The departure left the team, one of seven in the NHL, without a captain.

But is it necessary to name the 15th captain in the team’s history this season?