DETROIT — Retrospect makes geniuses of even the most foolhardy.
But here is something that should be written in the Islanders’ history books, whether the fans want to read it or not: Garth Snow was not the worst general manager in sports history.
This team, which would regain a piece of first place in the Metropolitan Division with a win over the Red Wings on Saturday afternoon (and a loss by the Capitals at Tampa Bay on Saturday night) is a manifestation of Snow’s vision — somewhat.