Even though I have HATED this offseason and see it right now fairly close to the worst case scenario I had in mind. It could have been worse but the change I hoped for has not yet come.
With that said I thought this team was underachieving last year more than that being who they actually were. I have a lot of reason for optimism that this current roster can push for the playoffs. Multiple important players playing for contracts, a full year with Sutter and a normal schedule with fans in the building. If Markstrom can be a top goalie and this team is committed to the Sutter style I think they can be Islanders west and make the playoffs with the ability to win a round or two.
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