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Matt Rothman

Matt Rothman is a 2018 graduate from Florida Gulf Coast University receiving his bachelor degree in journalism. Originally from Long Island, he moved to Parkland shortly after high school. Matt worked as the assistant sports editor for his school paper, eaglenews.com in college becoming just one of nine students in his graduation class to serve over 1,000 community service hours. His goal is to travel to every Major League Baseball stadium, and has been to multiple US Open finals.

Islanders’ Expectations for the 2019-20 Season

Matt Rothman | September 30, 2019

For one of the first times in many years, the New York Islanders are going into a season with high expectations. They defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins four games to none…

Categories New York Islanders

Islanders Looking Strong in Preseason

Matt Rothman | September 27, 2019

With just about a week to go before the puck officially drops in the NHL, the New York Islanders have had themselves a strong preseason so far. While the wins…

Categories New York Islanders

Islanders’ Success with Late-Round Draft Picks

Matt Rothman | September 26, 2019

While the New York Islanders have struggled with first-round picks in the past, they have found a way to turn late-round picks into pretty good NHL players. For much of…

Categories Islanders History

Islanders Coming Back Home for 7 More Games

Matt Rothman | September 25, 2019

As the New York Islanders’ new home in Belmont officially broke ground on Monday, the team recently announced the addition of seven games that will be moved from the Barclays…

Categories New York Islanders

Islanders Rebuild Hurt by Poor Draft Picks

Matt Rothman | September 24, 2019

It is very easy to look back on what could have been for the New York Islanders, but some of the decisions in the 10 years have definitely not worked…

Categories Islanders History

Islanders’ 5 Greatest Wins

Matt Rothman | September 20, 2019

The New York Islanders are definitely one of the most unique franchises in all of the NHL. They go from the last team to win four straight Stanley Cups to…

Categories Islanders History

Islanders Goaltending Heading into 2019-20 Season

Matt Rothman | September 19, 2019

There are many reasons why the New York Islanders were successful last season, but the biggest may have been their goaltending. From a team that allowed the most goals two…

Categories Islanders Goaltending, NHL Goaltending

Islanders Depth Chart Heading into the 2019-20 Season

Matt Rothman | September 17, 2019

In year number two of head coach Barry Trotz on Long Island, the New York Islanders have high expectations after reaching the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs a…

Categories Islanders Prospects
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