Does Brayden Schenn make the Islanders true cup contenders?

"For starters, the Islanders arguably have one of the best top six in hockey. On top of Schenn, they already have the likes of Matt Barzal and Bo Horvat. Two of the better forwards in all of hockey. Both players have notched over 40 points this season and have been red hot since the Olympic break ended."

"Not only will these three be effective during the regular season, but they will also be effective during the playoffs. We've seen countless times that good teams get derailed because their star players cannot adjust to playoff hockey. That will not be a problem for the Islanders. All three have had at least four trips to the playoffs and have put in strong performances."

"While this might seem low, his analytics suggest he should have better numbers. According to Natural Stat Trick, he has a 47.93 CF%, a 51.10 SCF%, and a 49.29 xG%."

The Islanders completed their trade deadline by acquiring forward Brayden Schenn from the Blues, marking their most impactful move. Despite modest point totals this season, Schenn's advanced analytics indicate underperformance. Combined with existing stars Matt Barzal and Bo Horvat, the Islanders have constructed one of hockey's best top sixes. All three forwards possess extensive playoff experience and strong performance records, addressing concerns about star players struggling in postseason play. The team also maintains scoring depth through prospects like Matthew Schafer, providing insurance against injuries to key contributors.

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