The New York Islanders coaching staff and the front office have to be pleased with the overall play of Brock Nelson. Nelson has been a good source of offense (12 Goals, 23 Points) and has played a solid two-way game at the center position as well (plus 12 plus-minus).
The question is does Lou Lamoriello and Barry Trotz think Nelson is a second-line center for the next few years?
The Case For
Nelson has fit in well under Trotz’s system. He is on pace for a 50-point season while playing a complete game.