Gil Martin
Long time hockey writer and author of the new book, "Ice Wars: The Complete History of New York's Greatest Modern Sports Rivalry." It tells the story behind every game between the Rangers and Islanders dating back to 1972 and features profiles of more than 80 players from both teams and quotes from more than 50 exclusive interviews from players, coaches and broadcasters from both teams.
Author's Posts
Preview: Maple Leafs & Islanders to Battle in Brooklyn
February 6th, 2017 The Toronto Maple Leafs head to Brooklyn to meet the New York Islanders in a battle between two teams struggling on defense and fighting for playoff berths in the Eastern Conference. The Maple Leafs ended a three-game losing streak Saturday with an exciting 6-5 win over the Boston Bruins. But the Leafs has allowed five or more goals...
Recap: Hurricanes Edge Islanders 5-4 in OT
February 5th, 2017 Ron Hainsey scored at 2:52 of overtime to lead the Carolina Hurricanes to a 5-4 road win over the New York Islanders at Barclays Center. The goal was Hainsey's second of the game and his fourth of the season. Elias Lindholm and Jordan Staal each had two assists for the Hurricanes while Cam Ward made 33 saves to earn the victory. Josh...
Preview: Islanders Look to Bounce Back Vs. Hurricanes
February 4th, 2017 The New York Islanders look to get back on track as they host the Carolina Hurricanes at the Barclays Center. The Islanders had their seven-game point streak snapped last night when they were defeated by the Detroit Red Wings 5-4. The Hurricanes have won their last two games after enduring a five-game losing streak. This game has...
Recap: Islanders Edge Capitals 3-2
February 1st, 2017 The New York Islanders continued their winning ways under Doug Weight and edged the Washington Capitals 3-2 at Barclays Center Tuesday night. Ryan Strome's third-period goal put the Islanders ahead to stay. Thomas Greiss had another strong game for the Islanders and made 28 saves to earn the victory. The Islanders improved to 6-0-1 in...
Preview: Islanders Clash with Capitals in Brooklyn
January 31st, 2017 The New York Islanders look to continue their strong play as they host the Washington Capitals in the first game for both teams since the All-Star break. Both teams entered the break playing very good hockey. The Capitals were on a 13-1-2 roll before the break and went on a 14-game point streak (12-0-2) from Dec 21 until Jan 23. The...
Recap: Ladd Leads Islanders Past Canadiens
January 27th, 2017 Andrew Ladd scored twice while Josh Bailey added a late insurance goal as the New York Islanders downed the Montreal Canadiens 3-1 Thursday at the Barclays Center. The win increased the Islanders' point streak to six games (5-0-1) as the two teams head into the All-Star weekend. Interim coach Doug Weight said his team's performance...
