The Islanders and long-time fan-favorite Brock Nelson may not be long for each other with the NHL trade deadline approaching.

The New York Islanders are back from the international break with big decisions to make. They are five points back of the final playoff spot with two games in hand over the Detroit Red Wings. But they have multiple pending free agents that they could move at the March 7 trade deadline.

Which forwards can actually move the needle? Which forwards can capably fill depth roles? Who should teams avoid?

Brock Nelson just spent 10 days participating in “some of the most intense, high-packed energy and clean hockey” of his career playing for runner-up Team USA in the inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off tournament. “An incredible experience, something I’ll forever remember,” Nelson said.

New York Islanders forward Brock Nelson had a quiet 4 Nations tournament. But that doesn't mean the pending unrestricted free agent's trade value took any kind of hit.