Are the Islanders Learning From Mayfield's Ankle Injury And Sorokin's Broken Back When Negotiating With Romanov?

There’s more. After an intensive period, when all that energy and creativity was concentrated on making money – there’s the matter of actual accumulating wealth… and all those things people are supposed to buy with that cash… well that can’t happen here either… so now, as much as anything, let the real work begin and help someone out! New York Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov will miss his sixth consecutive game when they take on Ottawa Senators on Thursday evening, after returning from upper-body injury against Buffalo Sabres on Nov 1. Romanov showcased his warrior mentality while showing up against Buffalo during second period but may have paid the ultimate price as Jordan Greenway hit him hard and sent Romanov off into the tunnel following one such play. Adam Pelech and Mike Reilly had taken hard hits during the game and needed time off due to injuries; upon seeing this unfold, Romanov knew it was important for his team that he come back in and help as best he could. When asked by reporter @isles_romanov about leaving injured yet returning in:”I can’t just leave my teammates hanging.” “As soon as I entered medical room and saw two guys injured, my instinct told me I could no longer leave them be. Roy again called Romanov an exceptional fighter; Romanov responded in kind. Stefen Rosner (@stefen_rosner) tweeted this post November 2, 2024Romanov’s return is certainly worthy, yet since that win he’s been unable to skate independently; therefore leaving an obvious hole in his lineup which won’t easily be filled in by replacement players. Additionally, as previously discussed with Islanders fans; 24 year-old has dealt with multiple significant injuries so far during his Islanders tenure. Romanov was hurt in their opening round series against Carolina Hurricanes in 2023 and required shoulder surgery as a result of it. While Romanov may be free for negotiation in free agency next season, as an investment he remains. Therefore, even as much as Romanov wants to play now for them – while common-sense dictates handling veteran defenseman Scott Mayfield and goaltender Ilya Sorokin is another strong indicator.