SUNRISE, Fla. -- The Islanders added to their defense prospect depth on Day 2 of the NHL Draft, which, when this event began, was going to be the only day the Isles were active.
But general manager Garth Snow worked his way from not having a first-round pick when the draft began to coming away with two first-round selections on Friday, including center Mathew Barzal at No. 16, a prospect whom the entire organization is thrilled to have.
"He's a unique player -- he's just really flippin' good," head scout Trent Klatt said after the team finished the draft Saturday.