Islanders Must Decide: Salvage or Move On From Shabanov?

Max Shabanov's rookie season didn't go according to plan, and now the Islanders face a critical decision about the young forward's future with the organization. New York invested in Shabanov with high expectations, but his frustrating campaign has forced the front office to reconsider its approach. The next move - whether it's patience, a trade, or a demotion - will say a lot about how the Islanders view their window and their willingness to stick with prospects through rough patches.