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“I feel like I can help a young group,” Gagner said. “I’ve been through that process before and learned a lot about myself as years have gone on about what works and what doesn’t, and I feel like I can help.
“The big thing is I feel like I’m a good player in this league and I want the opportunity to continue to play as long as I can, and I’ve really enjoyed it here and everything that has gone on.”
In terms of team balance, Detroit is going to continue to be a young team that needs a few key veterans to help out. As it stands right now we probably have too many of them, but I really like Gagner’s hustle and attitude. I definitely wouldn’t mind him having the opportunity to fill a role I think should be as competitive as the youth roles.
Islanders beat Devils in SO for ninth-straight win
Anthony Beauvillier and Oliver Wahlstrom scored on the Islanders final two shootout attempts and New York won its ninth straight game, beating the New Jersey Devils 3-2 on Sunday.
The Canadian Press Kieffer Bellows Mathew Barzal , The Canadian Press
NEWARK, N.J. The New York Islanders are so hot they are even winning games they seemingly lost in overtime. In contrast, the struggling New Jersey Devils can t catch a break.
Anthony Beauvillier and Oliver Wahlstrom scored on the Islanders final two shootout attempts and New York won its ninth straight game, beating the New Jersey Devils 3-2 on Sunday.