Former Islanders captain John Tavares spoke about what it feels like to play his first game at the Coliseum as an opposing player and what he expects from the fans tonight as he returns with the Toronto Maple Leafs.


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That doesn't mean he still won't be traded or make the roster.

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Lou Lamoriello, who added Anthony Duclair and Maxim Tysplakov, has about $1 million in space under the $88 million salary-cap ceiling.

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They are among 14 RFAs who filed by the deadline.

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Whether the Isles' moves so far can push them higher in the standings, or whether other teams will pass them, is what is left to be determined.

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To make a "hockey trade," he may have to make a "salary trade" to free up space under the cap.

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