New York Islanders legend John Tonelli looks on from center ice before the ceremonial puck drop before the first period between the New York Islanders and the Florida Panthers in an NHL hockey game at Barclays Center on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2018. Photo Credit: Kathleen Malone-Van Dyke
When John Tonelli returned to an Islanders game after a long absence, and an apparent estrangement from the team, speculation began that his No. 27 will be the next jersey retired. Jon Ledecky told nhl.com that any future number retirements will be decided by the alumni because theirs is the opinion that carries most weight.