"The criticism of Anthony Duclair, especially by Head Coach Patrick Roy, was well documented and resulted in Duclair eventually taking a leave of absence from the club in April of last season. His 11 points (7g/4a) and -15 in 44 games were well below his .50+ points/game over his 11 seasons in the NHL. He is one season removed from a 24-goal season during the 2023-24 season, slated as the third line left wing to start the year."
"NY Islanders defenseman Scotty Mayfield, 30, began year one of a seven-year contract extension off with a fizzle. While Mayfield led the Islanders with a team-leading +18 and added nine points in 66 games for the Isles, he looked apprehensive, a step behind, and soft in front of the net. Hopefully, going into camp this season, being paired with the first overall NHL pick in Matthew Schaeffer will add a spark to the 10-year veteran's play."
Anthony Duclair produced only 11 points (7g/4a) and a -15 rating in 44 games during the 2024-25 season, far below his career scoring pace of over .50 points per game. He took a leave of absence in April after sustained criticism and now faces pressure to deliver at least 15 goals and 40 points to avoid being labeled a bust. The Islanders need additional bottom-six scoring to improve the NHL's fifth-worst offense and compete for a playoff spot. Scotty Mayfield struggled despite a +18 rating, and veteran leadership from Casey Cizikas will influence the team's younger players.
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