The Islanders approach a crucial phase of the season post-trade deadline, missing a key veteran in their roster. With a pivotal California trip ahead, the team's playoff aspirations hinge on their performance. Players express mixed emotions about losing a longtime teammate, recognizing the balance between the emotional impact and the business aspect of the sport. As they gear up to face the Sharks, the team is hopeful, focusing on unity and overcoming challenges to secure a wild card position for the playoffs.
"This is a case where the on-ice impact and the off-ice impact are almost identically important." On Islanders Anxiety, Dan and Mike reflect on what it means and what it feels like to have another "uncle" head out the door. Even though it was long anticipated and logical, Nelson's exit is jarring.
But Casey Cizikas sums up the impact: "He meant everything. He was the leader on off the ice. He gave he had everything he had every single night. He's a guy that you could easily follow into battle and his personality inside the locker room was awesome.
However, also Casey: "It was strictly business but at the end of the day we have guys in this room who are excited about the challenge ahead with the players we have left."
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