Robin Lehner has effusive all season about his respect for the Islanders and their up-and-coming group, which he helped result in the playoffs final season. But for the primary of two days this season, Lehner was anti-Isles on Friday, making a hefty 38 saves in a rousing 5-2 house win. The outspoken goaltender began in opposition to the Isles for the primary time since his free agent negotiations broke down final summer time and led to a shocking transfer to Chicago. “I don’t want to let some of these guys score on me,” he mentioned after morning skate. “I’ve been pretty good against former teams, so hopefully I’ll keep that going today.” He was proper about
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Arsenal’s Robin Van Persie feeling ‘frustrated’
Robin van Persie has expressed his "frustration" at Arsenal's inconsistency this season after the club's campaign took another turn for the worse at Blackburn Rovers. GettyImagesArsenal have made their worst ever start since the arrival of Arsene Wenger Arsenal looked on course to make it back-to-back Premier League wins at Ewood Park on Saturday as they led 2-1 at half-time only for Arsene Wenger's side to capitulate in the second half with struggling Blackburn running out 4-3 winners. Van Persie has told the club's official website: "There is lots of time, but at some point you need to pick yourself up and prove what you are capable of. We are not doing that at the moment and are not consistent enough. It just
Robin Van Persie handed captain’s armband
Arsene Wenger hailed the leadership qualities of Robin van Persie after confirming the Dutchman will be Arsenal's new captain.GettyImagesRobin van Persie has replaced Cesc Fabregas as Arsenal's new captain• Toon, Arsenal charged by FA• Cesc tips young duo to shineVan Persie takes over from Cesc Fabregas following the Spain international's move to Barcelona, assuming the role of captain seven years after he moved to the Gunners.Wenger announced his decision in the pre-match programme notes for Arsenal's Champions League qualifier with Udinese. Van Persie is suspended for the match after the fallout to Arsenal's exit at the hands of Barcelona last season, so his reign will effectively start in the weekend's league clash with Liverpool.Thomas Vermaelen has been confirmed as vice-captain, meaning the