John Tavares is back for more at Nassau Coliseum, fully prepared to hear a few more throaty “We Don’t Need You” chants from Islander fans, just as he did in his initial return four weeks ago.
Especially since the Isles improbably clinched a playoff berth without their former captain before Tavares’ current team, the Maple Leafs, have in the Eastern Conference. Toronto can seal its spot in the Stanley Cup tournament with a victory or an overtime/shootout loss Monday night in Uniondale.
“Obviously you want to take care of that and that’s the goal, to go out and be a part of the Stanley Cup playoffs,” Tavares said after Monday’s morning skate.