There’s an easy argument to make that the New York Islanders should trade out of the first round of the 2019 NHL draft. Their system is filled with talented players that they can tap into for the next few years. What they need is help in the NHL now.
The Islanders should be focused on trading their first-round pick – as part of a package – to bring in a top six winger. To do so they should target teams that are rebuilding – like the Los Angeles Kings – or teams that are right up against the salary cap ceiling – like the Vegas Golden Knights.