next year chychrun

Chychrun is not a game changer and he’s made of glass. This is one of the worst trades I’ve ever seen, it will set the islanders back a decade.

This isn’t even close to a contender. Bailey has fallen off a cliff and is not a 2nd line player, it might be the slowest line in the NHL. Ross Johnston is arguably the worst forward in the NHL and having him and a 35 YO clutterbuck isn’t a recipe for success. You also signed a 30 year old Namestnikov to a 4 year deal. Have we not learned that signing 30 year old players to expensive contracts is a bad idea.

The way Raty is producing in Liiga, he should be given every chance to make the team next season. Usually players with his production are in the NHL at the very latest after their D+2 season. The only way he doesn’t play a significant role is if the isles decide to bury him because he’s young. Cup contenders need young players on ELC’s. This 2022 will be a top 10 pick, maybe even top 5. This pick should be untouchable, it’s highly likely that player will he better than Chychrun.