September has passed, which means training camp is over. October has just begun, which means hockey season is back. Today, the Islanders announced their final roster, narrowing it down to a total of 23.
Islanders prospect Kirill Kabanov was sent back to the QMJHL today after his very strong solid preseason, impressing many members of the Islanders organization.
Another rookie who battled for a final roster spot was Islanders first round pick Ryan Strome. Only thing was, he won the battle. Many people believe he will only see nine games in the NHL this season, the same as Nino Niederreiter last season. Niederreiter, raring to get started in his first full season in the NHL, has...