Episode 150: Stranded On An Island

Arthur Staple joins the show to discuss all things New York Islanders - including the midseason turnaround following the coaching change, the elephant in the room with John Tavares' looming free agency, and how Garth Snow fumbled the JF Berube situation.

Here’s a quick rundown of the topics covered:

6:30 The mid-season Coaching Chance
9:40 John Tavares' Supporting Cast
14:45 John Tavares' Next Contract
19:55 Garth Snow and a JF Berube Deep Dive
28:00 The Josh Ho-Sang Faux Controversy
33:00 Being Critical vs. Maintaining Relationships as a Beat Reporter

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