NEW YORK ISLANDERS
Jan 12, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; New York Islanders left wing Thomas Vanek (26) checks Dallas Stars center Rich Peverley (17) during the game at the American Airlines Center. The Islanders defeated the Stars 4-2. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
STANDINGS: 54 PTS, 8th Metropolitan Division, 13th Eastern Conference
PLAYOFF PROGNOSIS/ STATUS: Outsid looking in / Seller
NEEDS: Youth, picks & prospects
DEADLINE CAP SPACE: Just over $59 million.
ASSETS TO DEAL: Thomas Vanek, Andrew MacDonald
RUMORS: With John Tavares on the shelf for the season, the Isles have thrown in the towel on any playoff hopes. Vanek will net a large return, with Los Angeles as the most probable destination. MacDonald will be a solid pickup for a contender, and has been mentioned in deals involving a number of teams.