This team is good. Like, really good. Despite the lack of pure talent, the coaching, the defense, and the goaltending are carrying the Islanders and they now sit five points ahead of the Capitals in first place with the same number of games played; they’re seven up on the Blue Jackets, who have a game in hand.
I know you’re all aware of this, and I’ve probably said it plenty of times before, but I keep looking at the standings and saying “wow” like Owen Wilson.
- Thomas Greiss’ calm demeanor was on full display yesterday; he can handle just about any adversity and remain easy.