At this point in the NHL calendar, we are mostly waiting around.

The Islanders might have another move in their back pocket, especially if Lou Lamoriello has his eyes set on Vladimir Tarasenko, but given the salary-cap situation both in Long Island and throughout the league, such a thing would require roster surgery that might not be possible.

Zach Parise’s status is still unresolved, but after the Islanders signed Julien Gauthier to a one-way deal, we can infer the team is at least starting to plan for a future without him.

So, for the sake of this exercise, let’s assume the 25 or so players who will compete for roster spots in training camp are already signed. So, taking a page out of our colleague Mollie Walker’s book, let’s look at some lineup options for the Islanders: