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Christopher Lizza

I am a Long Island - New York City guy. I have been writing about Hockey and Baseball for almost 10 years now on the web. I am also part of the Vegas Hockey Podcast, which is now part of "The Hockey Writers" podcast network. I have been an Islanders fans since the early 80's. My goal is to bring insightful articles to everyone out there on the Islanders.

Are the Islanders a Sleeping Giant?

Christopher Lizza | August 31, 2015

This time last year when talking about the Tampa Bay Lightning, most of the hockey world was saying this is a young team capable of big things. A year later,…

Categories Islanders Goaltending, Islanders History, Islanders Management, Islanders Prospects, New York Islanders

Isles’ Prospect Dal Colle Could Push out Okposo or Nielsen

Christopher Lizza | August 19, 2015

The New York Islanders have incredible depth at forward, both on the main roster and in the pipeline. The Islanders, in my opinion, have the best fourth line in hockey…

Categories Islanders Management, Islanders Prospects, New York Islanders

Isles GM Snow Using Cap Management as Team Asset

Christopher Lizza | August 12, 2015

As we enter the 2015-16 season, it is clear to me how critical salary cap management is in the NHL today. A general manager must be able to manage his team’s salary…

Categories Islanders Management, Islanders Transactions, New York Islanders

New York Islanders: The Kids Are Alright

Christopher Lizza | August 6, 2015

This offseason, some New York Islanders fans have not have been thrilled with the fact that the only add to the main roster has been backup goalie Thomas Greiss. Many Isles…

Categories Bridgeport Islanders, Islanders Management, Islanders Prospects, New York Islanders

Looking Back: Islanders – Penguins Classic 1993 Series

Christopher Lizza | July 29, 2015

One of the all-time best playoff series in New York Islanders history was the 1993 second-round series against the Pittsburgh Penguins. But before we dive into that great match-up, let’s look…

Categories Islanders History, Penguins History

Specialty Teams Have to Improve for Isles

Christopher Lizza | July 23, 2015

There is no question there is a lot to be excited about regarding the New York Islanders next season. It’s been a long time since expectations were this high. Our…

Categories New York Islanders, Power Rankings

Breaking Down the Islanders Blue Line

Christopher Lizza | July 16, 2015

As of now heading into training camp the Islanders have eight defenseman, ready to suit up for opening night. This mix includes established front end blue liners, talented youngsters and…

Categories Islanders Management, Islanders Prospects, New York Islanders

Do the Islanders Need to Add a Top-6 Forward?

Christopher Lizza | July 9, 2015

Ever since this offseason began, the Islanders fans have been clamoring for another player who can put the puck in the net. The orange and blue faithful were very upset…

Categories New York Islanders

Islanders Going About Their Business

Christopher Lizza | July 3, 2015

Since the NHL Draft ended, general manager Garth Snow has focused on getting his restricted free agents signed. Of the three big RFAs the Islanders had this off-season, two are…

Categories Free Agents, New York Islanders

Islanders Remain in Great Shape After Reinhart Trade

Christopher Lizza | June 27, 2015

Top Prospect Moved The New York Islanders entered into the 2015 NHL Draft with no first round picks. They walked out of the BB&T Center Friday night with two selections…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, New York Islanders, NHL Entry Draft

Islanders & Cap Strapped Teams Trade Talk Part II

Christopher Lizza | June 14, 2015

Isles in Position to Make Deals The New York Islanders will approach the 2015-16 season as a talented young team trying to take that next big step. Last season we…

Categories Boston Bruins, Chicago Blackhawks, New York Islanders

Commentary: Snow’s Priorities Include Vital UFAs

Christopher Lizza | June 12, 2015

This summer, New York Islanders general manager Garth Snow has some contract work to do. The Isles have three key players who will be unrestricted free agents after next season in Matt Martin,…

Categories New York Islanders
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