Alright, let’s jaw about them Islander fellas, the ones they say might get swapped ‘fore the tradin’ deadline. Heard some folks chatterin’, so I figured I’d put in my two cents, ya know?
First off, this whole “trade deadline” thing. Sounds fancy, but it just means teams can swap players around like they’re tradin’ chickens at the market. Happens every year, and this year it’s comin’ up fast. Important thing to remember, though, is that once that deadline hits, it’s done. No more tradin’ till next time, just like when the store closes, you ain’t gettin’ no more sugar till mornin’. So, these teams gotta make up their minds quick.
Now, about them Islanders. They ain’t doin’ so hot, lemme tell ya. Losing more than they’re winnin’, and that ain’t gonna cut it. They’re givin’ up goals like they’re givin’ away candy on Halloween. When you let the other team tie it up nine times in just a few games, well, that ain’t good, no sir. It’s like lettin’ the chickens out of the coop – they just scatter everywhere, and you can’t catch ‘em.
So, the big question is, what’s ol’ Lou Lamoriello, the guy runnin’ the show, gonna do? He’s gotta decide if he wants to try and make a run for the playoffs, or if he should start plannin’ for next year. It’s a tough call, like tryin’ to figure out if it’s gonna rain before you hang the laundry out.
- If he thinks they still got a shot, he might try to get some new players, fresh blood, ya know? Someone who can score some goals and stop the other team from scorin’.
- But if he figures they’re done for this year, he might try to trade away some players to get somethin’ good for next season. Draft picks, they call ‘em, kinda like gettin’ a coupon for a new chicken next spring.
Now, who are these three fellas they’re talkin’ about tradin’? Well, I ain’t gonna name names, ’cause that ain’t my business. But I heard some folks sayin’ there’s a forward, a guy who’s supposed to score goals, who might be worth somethin’. He’s got value, they say. Means other teams might want him. It’s like havin’ a good layin’ hen – everyone wants one.
The thing is, the Islanders’ chances of makin’ the playoffs are gettin’ slimmer and slimmer, like a rope that’s frayin’ at the end. The more they lose, the less likely it is they’ll get in. It’s like waitin’ for the well to fill up when it ain’t rained in weeks – you just keep waitin’ and waitin’, and nothin’ happens.
So, Lou’s gotta make a decision. Does he hold on to what he’s got and hope for a miracle? Or does he start lookin’ to the future? It ain’t an easy choice. It’s like tryin’ to decide whether to fix the old tractor or buy a new one. Both cost money, both take time, and you ain’t sure which one’s gonna work out best in the end.
And it ain’t just about this year, ya see. It’s about the long haul. The Islanders wanna be good for years to come, not just one season. So, whatever Lou decides, he’s gotta be thinkin’ about that. He’s gotta be like a farmer plannin’ his crops for the next few years, not just thinkin’ about what he’s gonna harvest this fall.
This fella, Jon Ledecky, he’s one of the owners. He’s a businessman, a money guy. He probably wants to see a return on his investment, just like if you buy a cow, you want her to give you some milk. He ain’t gonna be happy if the team keeps losin’ and nobody’s comin’ to the games. So he’s probably puttin’ some pressure on Lou too.
So, what’s gonna happen? Well, I ain’t got a crystal ball, so I can’t tell ya for sure. But I reckon there’s a good chance some players are gonna get traded. It’s just part of the game, like cullin’ the herd to make it stronger. Sometimes you gotta let go of some folks to make room for new ones. And whether the Isles are in the playoff hunt or not, tradin’ some players might be the best way to improve the team in the long run. It’s like plantin’ new seeds even if the harvest ain’t good this year, you are thinkin’ about the years to come.
We’ll just have to wait and see what ol’ Lou decides. But one thing’s for sure, it’s gonna be an interestin’ few weeks leadin’ up to that trade deadline. Just like watchin’ the weather – you never know what’s gonna happen, but you can bet there’ll be some surprises along the way.
