Game Thread: New York Islanders 0-0-0 @ Ottawa Senators 0-0-0 07:30 PM

Beau's getting traded, and probably rightfully so. If he can bring in either a #2C or a scoring winger, you pull the trigger. Otherwise, he's a middle-six winger. Realistically, next year you've got:

Lee - Barzal - #1 RW

Beau - #2C - Bailey

MDC - #3C - Komarov

4LW - Cizikas - Clutterbuck

At that #1 RW spot, you're taking a swing at Panarin. If not him, you try and pry someone free in a trade. Can also re-sign Eberle, or bring in a guy like Silvferberg if you upgrade elsewhere.

The #2 and #3 C should be Nelson and someone else. Dzingel would be a great signing. Duchene hasn't made his teams better, but in a middle-six role might be a great fit. Kevin Hayes is another option.

There's a decision to make on the 4th line. I assume they'll re-sign Martin, but another option would be to put Beau or Komarov there and free up a middle-six role for JHS.

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