Which Potential Free Agents Should the New York Islanders Bring Back and Who Should Be Let Go?

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The New York Islanders must decide which potential free agents to re-sign and which they should let go. We break down all the restricted and unrestricted free agents who played for the team this season and discuss what the team should do and what Lou Lamoriello is likely to do and they are not always the same thing.
Plus we continue our player by player look at the Isles roster with Pierre Engvall. How did he do this past season and what is his likely future role with the team next season.
All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin.
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@ottobee709 4 месяца назад

Totally Spot on Gil! Gil for GM!!!!! Sorry Lou you are fired ! Here is your replacement! Gil Martin!!!!!!!!

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

LOL. It's not going to happen but I'm flattered, Otto. Thanks for the comment.

@davefranco3811 4 месяца назад

Try and trade jgp and our 4th rounder this year to Vancouver for Ilya Mickaev. We save a little cap and give a better option for barzy and Bo than we currently have. Also, try and buyout Anders Lee's contract.

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

Both good ideas but will Lou make them? We'll see. Thanks for the comment, davefranco3811 and LGI.

@davefranco3811 4 месяца назад

@LockedOnIslanders ty great video. What do u think about the breaking trade? Always great to get an extra pick.

@raymondhenry5379 4 месяца назад

Lamarillo is a stubborn old man that needs to be replaced immediately, the horrible horrible contracts, hopefully with Roy on board we’ll see things go forward have to wait for opening day thank you Gil out with the old, bring in younger players !!!!

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

I hope they make the necessary changes, but when it comes to Lou, I believe it when I see it. Thanks for the comment, Raymond.

@Danfromoverthere 4 месяца назад

It kills me but I wouldn’t sign either if look for a couple of fourth liners that are quick but can also drop the gloves to protect the top guys

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

I feel the same way. Clutter and Martin were great Isles but it's time to move on. Thanks for the comment, putuhstsuj.

@TheSaint61 4 месяца назад

Regardless of what has been said to the media, Roy will ultimately become the GM after a short coaching stint. That being said, he needs to have more influence to team retooling now, not when Lou finally walks out the door. UFAs: Martin and Clutterbuck are done - loyalty can be expressed with back-office jobs. From the blue line, Bortuzzo and Aho are expendable. Offering Reilly a 1-2 yr contract is the way to go. Engvall and Lee need to go. JG Pageau, Palmieri and Nelson also make good trade bait. When the organization can actually state the term "retool", the fans will be patient.

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

I would hope the fans will be patient. Most of them now Lou can't keep doing what he's doing chasing the final playoff spots. Thanks for the comment, TheSaint61.

@kenduffy5397 4 месяца назад

I’d offer Mike Reilly a 2 year 2.5 deal. He’d he get a 25 thousand dollar raise per year, he deserves it.

@Another_User_Name_ 4 месяца назад

After the season Reilly had with the Islanders, I don't think the Islanders will be the only team out there offering him a contract, so a 1 year $1 million contract offer is unrealistic in my opinion. He was the 2nd best offensive defenseman on the team. If Lou wants to keep him, I would think it would have to be at least a 2 year contract for at least $1.5 million per.

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

We'll see if they have to go that high. $1.5 million is OK, but I wouldn't go higher than that. Thanks for the comment, Another_User_Name_

@tonypalumbo898 4 месяца назад

Good morning team. Thanks again, Gil. If I could be honest, I really fear this upcoming season. We didn't make the playoffs by much (thank goodness for our loser points). The other teams in our division, that were right behind us are going to get better. I still say we miss the playoffs for a year or two, and try to get younger and faster. If we don't, there is going to be a time where the team is chasing instead of bringing the play to their opponents. Skate, defense, offensive transition, skate, pass, shoot, and score. Everyone, enjoy the holiday weekend. See you all again next day. Until then.. Let's Go Islanders!!

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

I agree Tony, that missing the playoffs wouldn't be the worst thing if it can help the team get younger, faster and more skilled. Hope you have a good holiday weekend and LGI.

@cynthiastines8918 4 месяца назад

Good 🌄, Gil, how are you? This is one delicate subject. Free Agents who stays and who goes. Bring back Mike Reilly. He was picked up on waivers, and he proved himself. Cal Clutterbuck. He's 36, but he can still play like he's 25, bring him back, and that goes for Matt Martin, too. Sébastien Aho, 28 small for a defenseman, but can he put the puck in the net? Pierre Engval 27 years old, goal scoring took a hit, you might not be 6'3, and weigh 215 lbs, that doesn't 3you can't throw your weight around. Simon Holmstrom. Kyle McLane. Ishkakov I hope he stays Oliver Wahlstrom he may go. HAPPY 🎂, SIMON UHLSTROM. Hear from you on Monday, but before I go, let me just say 2 things. 1. As Bob Hope would say THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES, and 2. The Panthers are going to a Garden Party to quote The Late Rick Nelson. Let's hope they can JACK UP THE RANGERS AGAIN before the come back to FL, and LET'S GO ISLANDERS.

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

Love the Rick Nelson reference and it's a good song, too. We'll see who Lou brings back and who moves on. Will be an interesting offseason. Have a great holiday weekend, Cindy and thanks as always for commenting. LGI.

@cynthiastines8918 4 месяца назад

@@LockedOnIslanders You're welcome, Gil. Oh, and the THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES Comment was meant for today.

@ottobee709 4 месяца назад

This team needs a major shake up in all areas and on Defense as well! If you can deal Pulock or Pelech one of the two need to go! Have to get younger!

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

Unlikely that Lou trades either of them, but that doesn't mean he shouldn't. Thanks for the comment, Otto.

@Danfromoverthere 4 месяца назад

I think Reilly be a good third pairing go with mayfield. I’d want to sign Bortuzzo as the seventh over Bolduc due to his defensive play especially in front of the net

@ottobee709 4 месяца назад

Reilly yes ! Bort No! Have to go younger

@Danfromoverthere 4 месяца назад

@@ottobee709 agreed!

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

We'll see. I want to give Bolduc a chance but if he's not ready, Reilly is a good alternative. Thanks for the comments.

@max2238 4 месяца назад

No expectations in another few years. sign cheap players and build with youth. ..

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

Won't likely happen with Lou as GM but I agree, Max. Thanks for the comment.

@kenduffy5397 4 месяца назад

I keep forgetting how young Holmstrom is.

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

Yeah, he's still a kid. Thanks for the comment, Ken.

@MrAschiff 4 месяца назад

JONATHAN MARCHESSAULT. I know he's 33, but he scored 42 goals last year. Put him with Barzal and Horvat, you've got a nice line. Plus, he has playoff and Stanley Cup experience.

@raymondhenry5379 4 месяца назад

I agree a 100% he’s a goal scorer great fit for the 1st line and has a relationship with Roy

@MrAschiff 4 месяца назад

@@raymondhenry5379 Great minds think alike!

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

He'd be a good fit, but Lou can't give him a 7-year extension. Thanks for the comment, MrAschiff.

@ssbouncer31 4 месяца назад

Hey Gil - Like the saying goes " All Good Things Must Come to an End " this is true for Martin and Clutterbuck. For this team to move forward and improve the team needs to get both younger and faster and if possible less expensive especially for the 4th line. I don't hold all the cards for the future and I'm not sure who will be put in those 2 positions but I'm sure there will be plenty of hungry wingers who can infuse speed and some skill to get the results Patrick Roy is looking for. I'd bring back Mike Reilly on a 2 way contract at most for 2 years tops, I'd let Aho and Bortuzzo walk away because you can easily find an undersized player and a past his prime big guy elsewhere. When it comes to the Islanders RFA's I'd bring back Simon Holmstrom and Ruslan Ishakov and Kyle Maclean and I'd try to trade Oliver Wahlstrom in a package for an Impact player which we need badly. Personally I'd like to see the Isles trade a Defenseman either Pelech or Pulock and I'd like to see Nakita Zadorov signed he will add a big defender who plays with an edge and also has an offensive upside or as a backup I'd like to see Kevin Shattenkirk come in to add a quality Veteran who just spent a few seasons in Boston. I'm not sure forward wise who Lou will target but Nikoli Ehlers would be an upgrade.

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

I agree with you ssbouncer, it is time to move on and I've said that. But I know Lou and it wouldn't surprise me at all if he re-signed either Clutter or Martin or both. I hope not, but with Lou, I believe it when I see it. Reilly wouldn't want a two-way deal, he'll get a one-way deal from another team so I don't think they could get away with that offer. I'd love to see Lou make some of the trades or signings you suggested, but I'll believe it when I see it. Thanks for the comment.

@ottobee709 4 месяца назад

Besides Lee and JGP Lou needs to find a way to dump one or both of the double P’s on defense! Yes …. You have to make them drop their NTC…. But if we are not changing the D at all you can expect the same horrible D

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

It's a problem sure sure. Solving it won't necessarily be easy, but a creative GM can find a way. Thanks for the comment, Otto.

@kenduffy5397 4 месяца назад

Great show as usual 👍 Spot on with Engvall, he is an enigma that’s for sure! He has all the tools to be a top-6 forward. [ It all has to be between his ears because there’s no other reason with his size and ability that he’s not a 26-30 goal scorer easily ] It would be very hard for me, if he was a teammate of mine.

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

Ken, I'd love to see the light come on for Engvall for sure. Will it happen? If it hasn't happened yet, I'm not counting on it happening now. He's 27. Thanks for the comment.

@MrRobt1971 4 месяца назад

Mike Reilly was OK -Islander fans complain how did they sign Engvall Varlamov Mayfield long term?? but you we don't know what offers were out their and what the front office had to do to keep those players and how much of an influence Lambert had on the roster. I think its pretty much know fact that Lambert was an awful coach and probably a worse talent evaluator. The issue with Reilly is he gets a long term deal turns out to be less then average then we have to hear endless Islander fans complain why this why that fire Lou blah blah blah

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

Under no circumstances should the Isles give Reilly more than a one or two year deal. If Lou signs him to more than that, he's really lost. Thanks for the comment, MrRobt1971.

@darrellbevacqua3871 4 месяца назад

I like Reilly too, hope he comes back. LGI

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

Fingers crossed Darrell. Thanks for the comment.

@JamesBoor-l6w 4 месяца назад

One thing id like to add on engvall is on top of his shooting percentage being low. I think he needs to work on his shot in general. He doesn't know how to lift the puck! Most of shots were always low and trying to find the 5 hole. Not gonna beat many goalies low anymore. Gotta get that puck elevated thats all there is to it.

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

Spot on, user-pi7ov7qy2v. He does tend to shoot low and rarely lifts the puck. Thanks for the comment.

@MrAschiff 4 месяца назад

To say that the Pierre Engvall seven-year contract was a mistake is the greatest understatement in NHL history. Lou should have been fired for that.

@stevenbauer4799 4 месяца назад

As FIREABLE an offense if ever there was one.

@ottobee709 4 месяца назад

And Scott 😢

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

It made zero sense no matter how you look at it unless he felt Engvall was a 20-25 goal scorer and legit 2nd line player. He's not. Thanks for the comment, MrAschiff.

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

For any other team it is...

@MrAschiff 4 месяца назад

Pierre Engvall has a game?

@LockedOnIslanders 4 месяца назад

LOL