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The New York Islanders joined the NHL in 1972 during the league’s attempt to keep a World Hockey Association (WHA) franchise off Long Island. The Islanders had near-immediate success, making the playoffs in their third season, which started a streak of 13 consecutive postseason appearances. During that streak, they won four straight Stanley Cups—1980, 1981, 1982, and 1983—and went to another Stanley Cup Final in 1984. The Islanders of the early 1980s remain one of the greatest dynasties in NHL history. 

Islanders Are Seeing Benefits of a Healthy Anders Lee
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The first players to come to mind as essential to the New York Islanders and their success in 2024-25 are Bo Horvat, Brock Nelson, Ilya Sorokin, and depending on who is asked, Noah Dobson. After that, the players that might be mentioned are Mathew Barzal and Anthony Duclair, both of whom are injured, and Kyle Palmieri, who is having a breakout season. Related: The NHL Playoff Bubble at Thanksgiving: What Stands Out? One name that often goes unmentioned is Anders Lee. Yet, he’s been one of the forwards carrying the Islanders this season, especially at the offensive end of the…

Projected Lineups for the Sabres vs Islanders – 11/30/24
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The Buffalo Sabres face the New York Islanders at UBS Arena tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. SABRES (11-10-2) at ISLANDERS (8-10-6) 7:30 p.m. ET, MSGSN, MSG-B Sabres projected lineup JJ Peterka — Tage Thompson — Alex TuchZach Benson — Dylan Cozens — Peyton KrebsJason Zucker — Jiri Kulich — Jack QuinnBeck Malenstyn — Ryan McLeod — Tyson Kozak Rasmus Dahlin — Bowen ByramOwen Power — Henri JokiharjuJacob Bryson — Connor Clifton James ReimerUkko-Pekka Luukkonen Scratched: Nicolas Aube-Kubel, Dennis Gilbert Injured: Jordan Greenway (middle body), Mattias Samuelsson (lower body), Sam Lafferty (lower body) Status report Latest…

Today in Hockey History: Nov. 30
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This date in 2005 saw a major trade that forever changed two franchises. Also, one of the greatest players in National League Hockey history hit a significant milestone. In addition, Nov. 30 was a very busy date on Long Island and for some of the biggest names in the game. So, let’s hop aboard the THW time machine and relive all the great best moments from this date. A Huge Date in 2005 Nov. 30, 2005, is a date that makes Boston Bruins fans cringe and San Jose Sharks fans give high fives. This is when the Bruins traded team…

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Islanders FAQ

What year were the New York Islanders founded?

The New York Islanders joined the NHL in 1972.

When did the New York Islanders play their first game?

The Islanders’ first game was played on Oct. 7, 1972, against the Atlanta Flames and resulted in a 3-2 loss.

Who is the current head coach of the New York Islanders?

Patrick Roy is the current head coach of the New York Islanders.