Nassau plans new practice facility for NY Islanders despite upcoming Brooklyn move
Nassau County plans to build facilities for John Tavares and the Islanders despite their upcoming Brooklyn move. AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek
WOODBURY, N.Y.— Nassau County plans to build a new practice facility and corporate offices for the New York Islanders.
County Executive Edward Mangano announced the plans Wednesday even as the team moves to Brooklyn.
The Islanders signed a 25-year contract in 2012 to play at the Barclays Center beginning in the 2015-16 season.
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