The 2014-15 NHL season is almost a quarter of the way complete. The Eastern Conference has had a lot of close, tight races thus far. In the Metropolitan division, the New York Islanders and Pittsburgh Penguins have emerged as the favorites.
The New York Islanders have acquired the rights to sign UFA goalie Jaroslav Halak. Is this a good or bad thing for the franchise? Here are the pros and cons of the trade.