Though there are 31 teams in the NHL that the NY Islanders could turn into trade partners, history has proven that the number is really 30. Considered sacrilegious to potentially make your heated rival, let alone improve your cross-town rival, is something the fans and the organization couldn't tolerate.
But what if a potential deal works in favor of what the NY Islanders and Mathieu Darche are attempting to build?
Islanders and Rangers trade proposal
Yesterday, Cole Shelton of Heavy.com pitched a trade idea that could potentially benefit both sides. The trade consists of Adam Pelech being shipped to Manhattan in exchange for Scott Morrow and a second-round pick in 2026.