The New York Islanders’ 3-1 series win over the Florida Panthers in the qualifying round was not unexpected, but there were some surprises and revelations that hopefully bode well as they prepare to face the Washington Capitals in the conference quarterfinals.
1. Beauvillier’s a Beauty.
Anthony Beauvillier was flying all over the ice in this series. The 22-year-old has steadily improved in his first four seasons and this, right now, is the best hockey he’s played in his NHL career.
He was fast, he was fearless, he was having fun.