The shift in Anthony Duclair’s impressive performance with the Islanders
Anthony Duclair’s Stick Change Sparks Scoring Surge SEATTLE — Anthony Duclair had relied on the same stick style since his junior hockey days. The flex and curvature suited him perfectly, so he saw no reason to switch it up. But as the new year rolled in, things changed. Duclair found himself scratched from the Islanders’ […]
Anthony Duclair’s resurgence after being benched revitalizes the Islanders lineup
Duclair’s Comeback Sparks Triumph for Islanders CALGARY, AB — The anticipated pairing of Anthony Duclair and Mathieu Barzal on the same line took a hit when Duclair suffered a groin tear just five games into last season. This season, the Islanders tried to reconnect the duo but quickly backed off. Following his injury, it seemed […]
Anthony Duclair’s return helps Islanders click with healthy forward group
TORONTO — After eight weeks, the biggest piece still missing from the Islanders' puzzle has finally clicked back into place. Anthony Duclair made his long-awaited return to action for the Isles on Saturday in Toronto, recording an assist as the Islanders defeated the Maple Leafs 6-3. The win marked the team's first game with a […]
Anthony Duclair’s bond with Patrick Roy made it ‘hard to say no’ to Islanders
Lou Lamoriello has always portrayed trading as the art of the possible. The Islanders had limited flexibility on the first day of free agency, so coach Patrick Roy did what he could, signing winger Anthony Duclair to a team-friendly contract and retaining bluelineman Mike Riley while also leaving himself open to potential additions in the […]