Islanders News: Shabanov hype, Schaefer's next gig, Barzal's aces
Briefly

The month of August will usher in preseason hockey, stirring anticipation among fans. Notable updates include Maxim Shabanov's impressive skills and work ethic, and Matthew Schaefer's participation in the junior summer showcase in Minnesota. Nick Backstrom, after a hip injury hiatus, will return to complete his professional hockey career in Sweden. At the same time, the Oilers are humorously suggested to address their goalie issues by looking at players like Tristan Jarry. The ongoing situation between Marco Rossi and the Wild also remains unresolved.
Matthew Schaefer's busy summer continues this weekend with the junior summer showcase in Minnesota. But will he be able to play in the winter tourney, or will he be with the Isles?
At age 37 and after sitting out a couple years due to a hip injury, Nick Backstrom will resume (and surely finish) his pro hockey career back in Sweden.
Read at Lighthouse Hockey
[
|
]