3 in the running to be Islanders coach

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The New York Islanders coaching saga might be finally coming to an end. Isles GM Garth Snow has narrowed the field down to just 3 candidates.

After a painstaking interview process in which he spoke with eight known candidates and contacted a few others, an NHL source indicated Snow has narrowed his list to three finalists. Former Atlanta coach Bob Hartley, former Toronto coach Paul Maurice and current AHL Providence coach Scott Gordon still are in the running, and Snow is expected to name one as the Isles’ next coach early this week.
- Newsday.com

Recently ruled out of the running were former Tampa Bay coach John Tortorella and former Colorado Avalanche coach Joel Quenneville, both of whom were originally favored to be very good chances at the job.

After last seasons conflicts between Garth Snow and coach Ted Nolan, Snow is taking his time to ensure the new head coach of the Islanders works well within the teams front office system.

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Sundin - Toronto or Nothing?

According to an article in the Toronto Star, Toronto General Manager Cliff Fletcher has stated that Mats Sundin has started working out in preparation for what it appears could be another year in the NHL.

“He’s working out off the ice and he’s supposed to start on the ice the beginning of the week.(in Sweden)”

Could it be a case of Toronto or Bust for Sundin? Turning down the huge offer from the Canucks or $20 million over 2 years sure gives the impression that Sundin is not interested in donning another teams jersey.

And why should he? We’re talking about a guy who has put his heart and soul into the Leafs, and who through all the years has been a solid ambassador for the game. He deserves the right to stay in Toronto and finish his contract there.

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