Islanders captain Anders Lee turned to Adam Oates’ training in 2024-25 and delivered his best numbers in years. Now, ahead of his age-35 contract season, Lee was back with Oates this summer.
Lee skated and played great last year! Working with Oates was fantastic for him. If I was Barzel I would be working with Adam Oates. Barzel isn’t going to find that extra gear at the US Open! I like Barzel, but we all know there is more there. He should be working with an Oates 💯. He needs to score more goals period! He needs to attack the slot. I can’t think of a better guy than Adam Oates to raise Barzel’s game. Honestly, he sees Bo’s and Lee’s game improve by working with Oates. It’s a little puzzling why he isn’t. Even if he had to rest and make sure the knee cap / patella was great for camp, he could benefit from video and mentality work with Oates. Work with him during Olympic break and next offseason. Maybe Barzel needs a little Crosby and McKinnon attitude instilled. You had your fun become a craftsman now in order to make a mark as a great player.
Lee skated and played great last year! Working with Oates was fantastic for him. If I was Barzel I would be working with Adam Oates. Barzel isn’t going to find that extra gear at the US Open! I like Barzel, but we all know there is more there. He should be working with an Oates 💯. He needs to score more goals period! He needs to attack the slot. I can’t think of a better guy than Adam Oates to raise Barzel’s game. Honestly, he sees Bo’s and Lee’s game improve by working with Oates. It’s a little puzzling why he isn’t. Even if he had to rest and make sure the knee cap / patella was great for camp, he could benefit from video and mentality work with Oates. Work with him during Olympic break and next offseason. Maybe Barzel needs a little Crosby and McKinnon attitude instilled. You had your fun become a craftsman now in order to make a mark as a great player.
I love hearing stuff like this. Thanks for writing. Now, I’ll be rooting for Anders Lee!