John Tavares stays hot with two-point night in Islanders' win
New York Islanders center John Tavares had a goal and an assist in a 5-3 win against Tampa Bay in Game 1 Wednesday night.
What It Means:
Tavares now has six goals and 11 points in seven contests during the 2016 playoffs. He's building a reputation for himself as a big-game player, especially after his pivotal role in the Islanders' series-clinching 2-1 double overtime win against the Florida Panthers on Sunday.
Tavares totaled 33 goals and 37 helpers this season, both of which were down from his 2014-'15 numbers. He owned a 51.5 Corsi For Percentage and 1.3 Relative Corsi For Percentage at Even Strength, which were right in line with his career averages.
Source:
Rotoworld.com
