The Islanders own back-to-back, first-round selections at Nos. 11 and 12 in the 2018 NHL Draft on Friday in Dallas. But president and general manager Lou Lamoriello may opt to use one or both of the picks to help the organization via the trade market.
It’s expected Lamoriello is looking to acquire a No. 1 goalie as well as improving the defense corps. If they keep both picks, here’s a look at five prospects who may interest the Islanders and who may be available:
Joel Farabee
The 6-foot, 162-pound left wing, who grew up in Cicero, New York, is one of the best two-way forwards available and can use his quick skating and defensive prowess to convert turnovers into transition attacks.