As we wait for the next Islanders game, which comes after Thursday’s trade deadline, the market would appear to favor the Isles if they are willing to move their top UFAs.
Not only are teams reportedly looking for centers like Brock Nelson, who’s a 20-goal scorer like winger Kyle Palmieri, but trades thus far have included first- and or second-round picks, and the New Jersey Devils have just suffered a Jack Hughes-size hole in their lineup that creates Jack Hughes-sized cap space via LTIR since he’s out for the season.
The teams believed to be interested are numerous, including Minnesota, Toronto, Winnipeg, Colorado, Vegas and more.