Free agency can be a double-edged sword for players. They get the chance to explore new opportunities and see if a change of scenery might bring more success. But at the same time, they may risk falling in the bad side of their former team and fan base.
It's easy to see why some fans might feel betrayed when a player they've supported through good times and bad decides to move on. But the former Islanders GM, Garth Snow, recently shed some light on the situation, suggesting that the animosity towards Tavares might be misplaced.
Snow expressed his thoughts on the Tavares free agency situation, saying that the hate directed at the player is exaggerated. The team had an opportunity to trade him at the 2018 deadline, knowing he might not return, but chose not to.
While the resentment will likely persist, it's time for everyone to move on. Both the Islanders and Tavares have new goals to pursue, and that's where their focus should be.
