Spencer Hazen
As a die-hard New York Islanders fan, I joined THW to help keep other Isles fans updated on what's going on with their favorite team. Follow me on Twitter (@Shazen21) for updates on the team and when I post new content and check out my YouTube (Islanders Highlights) for player highlight videos, pump up videos, and more!
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Islanders' Nelson Needs to Show up After October
October 28th, 2018 Saturday afternoon, Brock Nelson scored his fourth and fifth goals of the season in the New York Islanders' dominant 6-1 win over the Philadelphia Flyers. Through nine games this season, the 27-year-old has five goals and six points. Brock-tober In the National Hockey Leauge, we've seen players dominate against certain...
Islanders' Mayfield off to Hot Start
October 22nd, 2018 New York Islanders defenseman Scott Mayfield was a healthy scratch in the team's first two games of the season. Coming into the lineup for Luca Sbisa, Mayfield was given a chance in Game No. 3, and has since run away with the opportunity as he leads the Islanders' blue line with five points (one goal, four points) in as many...
Islanders Roster Loses Two, but Could Get One Back Soon
October 12th, 2018 As the New York Islanders prepare for their rematch against the Nashville Predators on Saturday at Bridgestone Arena, the team will most likely welcome back forward Andrew Ladd. To make room for Ladd when he is eventually activated off the injured reserve list, Tanner Fritz has been loaned to the team's American Hockey League...
Islanders' Culture Change on Full Display
October 10th, 2018 The Lou Lamoriello era in New York is officially underway, and the team he now manages has jumped to a 2-1-0 start despite the tough opponents they have faced. With no game until their rematch against the Nashville Predators on Saturday at Bridgestone Arena, here are some things that stood out through the team’s first three...
Islanders Set Roster for Opening Night
October 4th, 2018 The New York Islanders will open their season on Thursday night in Raleigh, North Carolina, against the Carolina Hurricanes. The team opened training camp on Sept. 13, with 68 players on the roster and now, in compliance with Tuesday's deadline, they're at 23. After eight preseason games (5-3-0) and over three weeks of preparing, here's...
Ryan Pulock's Rise to the Top
September 30th, 2018 Perhaps overshadowed by Mathew Barzal's brilliance and Calder Memorial Trophy-winning season, Ryan Pulock's first full National Hockey League season was still an impressive one. Now, Pulock isn't only looking to build off his rookie campaign but to become the go-to guy on the New York Islanders' blue line. Drafting Ryan Pulock In...