Islanders 2011-12 Preview: The forwards are strong in this one
The New York Islanders return a strong group of forwards in 2011-12, which is the one area they should have the least amount of concern.
The New York Islanders return a strong group of forwards in 2011-12, which is the one area they should have the least amount of concern.
The New York Islanders enter the season with six goaltenders at the pro level. It's a crowd, but it might be the insurance that's needed to prevent a repeat of past disasters.
The New York Islanders were middle of the pack on the powerplay and penalty kill in 2010-11. They have room to improve in 2011-12.