Last year in early November, an Isles team that had started the season with a good record that masked some disturbing performances and a slump in late October embarked on a Western trip that had in past years tanked their season. After a loss in San Jose, the Isles pulled out extra-time wins in Anaheim and Los Angeles that were "pivotal" to a season turnaround.
Your move, Isles.
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- Either a glutton for punishment or simply unable to sleep on planes, Newsday beatwriter Arthur Staple took fan questions on the state of the team while making the trip west.