Expect few surprises with the New York Islanders defensive core at training camp this fall

The New York Islanders enter training camp with its blue line essentially set in stone. Fans shouldn't expect many surprises beyond the battle for the seventh defenseman spot. Nevertheless, the Isles could be looking at adding depth in case injuries become an issue once again.

The New York Islanders enter training camp with their blue line pretty much set in stone unless drastic situations emerge such as unforeseen injuries.
The New York Islanders enter training camp with their blue line pretty much set in stone unless drastic situations emerge such as unforeseen injuries. | Bruce Bennett/GettyImages
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The New York Islanders head into training camp this fall with their defensive core pretty much set in stone. As it stands, the Isles have seven defensemen listed on the club’s depth chart.

While that’s all perfectly fine, the bigger question lies in the seeming lack of competition there will be for any of the seven spots on the blue line.

So, let’s take a closer look at where the New York Islanders blue line stands with training camp right around the corner.

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