Not sure why they would not just leave the Metro Division alone and put Boston and Buffalo in the other Division. There can't be that much extra travel.
I do not think it hurts the Islanders chances at all. In fact the realignment is like the old Patrick Division if you minus Buffalo and Boston. In fact I think it will legitimize the team even more.
The bottom line is if you are a good team you will find a way to win and be successful no matter what. Looking forward to the challenge.
Not sure why they would not just leave the Metro Division alone and put Boston and Buffalo in the other Division. There can't be that much extra travel. - buster29
Because they are land locked around the Metro opponents. When you keep 1/3 of the previous division in Canada and the other half is below the Metro. I believe it is more of trying to keep tight clusters of teams.
well Boston lost Krug to STL. I think that has to hurt them on the back end. Both Pasta and Marchant might not be ready for the opener. I like are chances....
I don't care if it helps or hurts any team. Drop the damn puck already! - JimmyP
I don't understand this blog. Yeah the division is tough for the Isles, Devils, Rangers, Caps, Pens, Sabres, Flyers & Bruins. It's a tough division for everybody
