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Capuano talks about Tavares' strong start

John Tavares #91 of the New York Islanders

Photo credit: Jim McIsaac

Islanders head coach Jack Capuano on John Tavares, who is tied for the lead league in goals (5) and points (8) after four games:

“I think the biggest thing is, once you mature as a player, you understand puck protection. When he does have the puck on his stick more, he’s knows that he’s dangerous. Maybe early on in his career, with that first check coming in, time and space is limited, and...

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