The New York Islanders face the prospect of their latest, and most fatal season-killing loss when they host the Boston Bruins tonight. The Bruins are currently in the second wild card spot, so in theory when the Islanders’ much-awaited “we finally have our healthy lineup” surge comes, the Bruins would be their target.
That dream has, of course, gone from “you never know” to “really now, let’s prep the 2022-23 roster” status. The Bruins have stalled lately, but the Isles have failed to gain any ground, having lost three straight to close out their road trip.