The New York Islanders are struggling, and head coach Patrick Roy did not hold back in his criticism of forward Anthony Duclair after a recent loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Duclair played only 12:15 in the game, finishing with no points and a minus-1 rating. Coach Roy labeled his performance as 'god-awful,' suggesting that Duclair's effort and competitiveness have been lacking, a sentiment further emphasized by his repeated low ice time in recent games.

With just 7 goals and 4 assists over 44 games this season, Duclair's production has dipped significantly, indicating a potential career low. He signed a four-year, $14 million contract with the Islanders last summer but has yet to find his footing with the team. The Islanders now find themselves winless in their last six games, trailing behind in the playoff race, and Duclair's inability to step up has raised concerns for fans and management alike.