NEW YORK (WABC) -- Watching John Tavares on the ice is one thing, but his pending free agency off the ice is another thing to watch. He is without question entering the prime of his NHL career.

ELMONT, NY --Former New York Islanders No. 1 overall pick and captain John Tavares spoke with us following Toronto Maple Leafs morning skate ahead of their Saturday night showdown at UBS Arena. What ...

John Tavares was Matthew Schaefer 17 seasons ago, just a kid from the GTA (Greater Toronto Area) selected first overall by the Islanders and making an immediate impact in the NHL. When they faced each ...

The New York Islanders made every attempt to sign center John Tavares for another eight seasons, but general manager Lou Lamoriello said he isn't about to dwell on Tavares' decision to sign a ...

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) John Tavares was looking for a strong start. Not only did he accomplish that, he finished just as well. Tavares scored twice, including 36 seconds into the game, and the New York ...

SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y.-- New York Islanders captain John Tavares hit the links at Sebonack Golf Club on Wednesday looking the same calm and composed individual he's always been. But Tavares is in the midst ...

NEW YORK -- The New York Islanders know Thursday night will be their final home game of the season as well as the last time they call Barclays Center their sole home. But the most important bit of ...

TAMPA, Fla.-- The New York Islanders know they've yet to see the best of the Tampa Bay Lightning and Vezina Trophy finalist Ben Bishop. Shane Prince scored twice during a three-goal first period and ...

Following Auston Matthews' historic night against the New York Islanders, John Tavares has sent his captain a heartfelt ...

Toronto Maple Leafs star forward John Tavares probably needed an energy drink instead of beers when he delivered a congratulatory message for his ...

Tavares, 35, is just the 49th player in NHL history to reach the 500-goal milestone. With his goal at 15:45 of the third period, John Tavares has become the 49th player in NHL history to record 500 ...