The regular NHL season is a grueling affair. Testing the absolute limits of an athletes physical and mental resolve from October to April, and maybe even further. For some New York Islanders players, the season got underway with their participation in the World Cup of Hockey, and for some, it hasn’t been a kind start.
John Tavares is having a predictably good World Cup with tournament favorites Team Canada. He’s got two goals to his name, is gaining responsibility, and finds himself on a full strength and power-play line with Steven Stamkos. His confidence is soaring at the moment.