The Future of the Islanders: New GM Search and Draft Decisions Loom

I have read lately that people wonder if the Islanders are considering all their options. What do I mean by that? The option is to trade the number one draft pick for more assets. If I had my choice, which I don't really count, I would hang on to the pick. 

I understand the logic of trying to fill the prospect cupboard; the Isles could use some prospects. It would depend on how badly the Sharks would want Schaefer and whether the Islanders would be able to fleece or, I mean, forget it. That is precisely what I mean. Blackhawks might want to move up depending on who they have their eye on. Who is the prospect that the Isles would still consider it a win? 

I am sure there are a few, but I wouldn't go further than pick number four. I know people are saying the top five, but I am not sure the player they want would go down that far. 

The third option is to bring a player who can now play as a star, not an elite player. I don't see the Isles getting a player of the quality of Matthews or something like that. Maybe a player along the lines of Knies or a Coronato along those lines. I am not sure that will be enough. Let me tell you those are examples of the players you would want. They are in no way, shape, form, or sign of being on the market. Knies and Coronato will be the main fixtures in their rosters for years to come. 

The Islanders' search for a new GM is still a work in progress. They're waiting for some playoff teams to finish before making any moves. Rumors of Dallas Stars and the Maple Leafs giving permission slips are running wild. This begs the question: What happens to Roy in all this mess? Is he safe? Will the new General Manager bring in his own man? So many questions, it's almost like a soap opera. Who knows? Personally, I'm hoping to see some changes with the Isles. I get that they're taking their time with this decision—it's crucial they don't mess it up. We don't want a retool to turn into a rebuild of five years or more. Choosing the wrong General Manager just might do that. 

Randy