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For how many seasons did Tavares serve as captain for the New York Islanders?

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John Tavares was captain of the New York Islanders for five seasons, from 2013 to 2018. He was drafted first overall by the Islanders in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft, and made his NHL debut with the team in 2011. Tavares was named captain of the Islanders in 2013, and led the team to the playoffs in each of his five seasons as captain.