What year were the Boston Bruins founded?

The Boston Bruins were founded in 1924, by Charles Francis Adams.

When did the Boston Bruins play their first game?

They played their first game on Dec. 1, 1924, defeating the new Montreal Maroons 2-1 at Boston Arena.

Who is the current head coach of the Boston Bruins?

Jim Montgomery is the current head coach for the Boston Bruins.

New York Islanders: News, Rumors, Schedule, Roster, Stats

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 & Flames Show Value of Goaltending Stability

Mike Fink | November 20, 2024November 20, 2024

The New York Islanders faced the Calgary Flames on Nov. 19 in a game that ended 2-1 for the Flames in a shootout. The only big takeaway is that both teams have great goaltenders. The Islanders didn’t have their primary starter in net, but Semyon Varlamov proved he can still play at a high level as he made 30 saves, while Flames’ young goaltender Dustin Wolf rose to the occasion with 28 saves to secure the victory. Related: 3 Takeaways From Flames’ 2-1 Overtime Win vs. the Islanders The game proved that both teams have goaltending that will keep them…

Islanders’ 10 Worst Moments in 50-Year Franchise History

Mike McEnaney | November 20, 2024November 20, 2024

As their 50th anniversary season celebration occurred in 2022-23, the New York Islanders recalled all the amazing moments that have happened since their inaugural season in 1972. With four Stanley Cup championships and dozens of stars to have worn the blue and orange, there is no shortage of wonderful memories. But how about the not-so-wonderful ones? Don’t we all need to spend a little time getting knocked on our butts to truly appreciate our times in the sun? Thus, here are the 10 worst moments in the Islanders’ 50-year history: 10 – First Islanders vs. Rangers Game, Coliseum, Oct. 21, 1972 The…

Oilers’ Bouchard & Islanders’ Dobson: The Parallel Struggles of 2 Borderline Superstars

Michael Ostrower | November 19, 2024November 19, 2024

At the 2018 NHL Draft, the New York Islanders and Edmonton Oilers held consecutive picks, both targeting a right-handed defenseman. The Oilers selected London Knights captain Evan Bouchard at No. 10, while the Islanders followed by choosing Acadie-Bathurst Titan captain Noah Dobson at No. 12, right after picking Oliver Wahlstrom at No. 11. More than six years later, the connection between Bouchard and Dobson goes beyond the usual rivalry between first-round picks, as they now face similar challenges entering crucial 2024-25 seasons. Bouchard & Dobson’s 2023-24 Breakouts Ahead of the 2023-24 NHL season, Bouchard and Dobson were considered borderline top-four…

Projected Lineups for the Islanders vs Flames – 11/19/24

Brian Finlayson | November 19, 2024November 19, 2024

The New York Islanders take on the Calgary Flames at the Scotiabank Saddledome tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. ISLANDERS (7-7-4) at FLAMES (9-6-3) 9 p.m. ET; SN1, MSGSN Islanders projected lineup Anders Lee — Bo Horvat — Jean-Gabriel PageauMaxim Tsyplakov — Brock Nelson…

Islanders Injury Updates Signal Urge to Add Reinforcements

Mike Fink | November 19, 2024November 19, 2024

The New York Islanders announced injury updates on Monday, Nov. 18 with the team hoping a few skaters can return to the lineup. They’ve been reeling from injuries all season and could use some good news and some key players back. The results are a mixed bag. Here’s what you…

Today in Hockey History: Nov. 19

Matthew Zator | November 19, 2024November 19, 2024

This date in National Hockey History has seen quite a bit of action in New York, both on Broadway and Long Island. Plus, one of the game’s all-time greats has his number retired three years before he wears it again. Some of the best players and coaches of their generations…

Islanders’ Mike Reilly to Undergo Heart Procedure; Out Indefinitely

Jesse Courville-Lynch | November 18, 2024November 18, 2024

On Monday (Nov. 18), the New York Islanders announced that defender Mike Reilly will have a procedure on his heart and will be out indefinitely. Doctors uncovered the heart condition through tests stemming from a recent concussion, though the two are not related. Islanders’ General Manager Lou Lamoriello called it…

New York Islanders’ Greatest of All-Time

THW Archives | November 18, 2024November 18, 2024

On Feb. 4, 1978, Hockey Hall of Famer and a member of the 100 Greatest NHL Players club, Mike Bossy, recorded the first hat trick of his NHL career as the New York Islanders won 6-1 over Washington. In honour of that first of many accomplishments, we have pulled this nugget from…

Today in Hockey History: Nov. 17

Matthew Zator | November 17, 2024November 17, 2024

Nov. 17 saw the first-ever meeting between the two highest scorers in NHL history. This date has also been a memorable one in both Chicago and Boston and has seen a handful of franchise firsts throughout the decades. So, let’s take our daily trip back in time to revisit all…

Kraken Defeat Islanders 3-2

Jess Amato | November 16, 2024November 16, 2024

The Seattle Kraken hosted the New York Islanders on the fourth game of their seven-game homestand. With three wins under their belt, the Kraken looked to pick up their fourth in a row. With the Islanders on the third game of their five-game road trip, they looked to pick up…

Projected Lineups for the Islanders at Kraken – 11/16/24

Michael Ostrower | November 16, 2024November 16, 2024

The New York Islanders take on the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. ISLANDERS (7-6-4) at KRAKEN (8-8-1) 4 p.m. ET; KHN, MSGSN, KONG, SN Islanders projected lineup Anders Lee — Bo Horvat — Jean-Gabriel PageauMaxim Tsyplakov —…

Islanders’ Win Over Canucks a Signature Moment in Patrick Roy’s Tenure

Mike Fink | November 15, 2024November 15, 2024

By most metrics, the Vancouver Canucks are a better team than the New York Islanders. They have a better record (8-4-3 vs 7-6-4), a better offense (3.13 goals per game vs 2.65 goals per game), and they might not have a better scoring defense (3.20 vs 3.06), but they have…

Today in Hockey History: Nov. 15

Matthew Zator | November 15, 2024November 15, 2024

This date in NHL history was especially good for players named Bobby. It has also provided many memorable moments all across the state of New York and in the City of Brotherly Love. So, let’s take our daily trip back in time and revisit all the best memories from Nov….

Islanders Hope Dobson & Romanov Are the Next Hughes & Hronek

Mike Fink | November 15, 2024November 14, 2024

The New York Islanders and the Vancouver Canucks share a lot of similarities. The front offices keep things in-house, the head coaches get the most out of their rosters with Rick Tocchet winning the Jack Adams Award last season, Patrick Roy being a strong candidate if the Islanders overachieve, and…

Lekkerimaki Scores First NHL Goal in Canucks’ 5-2 Loss to the Islanders

Matthew Zator | November 15, 2024November 15, 2024

In Dakota Joshua’s return to the lineup, the Vancouver Canucks met their former captain Bo Horvat and the New York Islanders for their first matchup of the season. Unfortunately, his return did not spark the Canucks. They started on a positive with Jonathan Lekkerimaki’s first NHL goal, but it quickly…

Islanders Prospect Cam Berg Out Long-Term With Injury

Michael Ostrower | November 14, 2024November 14, 2024

University of North Dakota forward and New York Islanders prospect, Cameron Berg, was injured this week and will be out long-term. Berg, 22, is a senior at North Dakota and had four goals and eight points in seven games with the team to begin this season. He was drafted in…

Projected Lineups for the Canucks vs Islanders – 11/14/24

Michael Ostrower | November 14, 2024November 14, 2024

The Vancouver Canucks face the New York Islanders at Rogers Arena tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. ISLANDERS (6-6-4) at CANUCKS (8-3-3) 10 p.m. ET; SNP, MSGSN, MSGSN2 Islanders projected lineup Anders Lee — Bo Horvat — Jean-Gabriel PageauMaxim Tsyplakov — Brock Nelson —…

Islanders Trading For Penguins’ Beauvillier Could Save Season

Michael Ostrower | November 14, 2024November 14, 2024

The New York Islanders’ start to the 2024-25 season has been a mixed bag. Production from the top six has been strong, but the depth has been historically bad, and there is a clear need to add reinforcements. Given the team’s lack of cap space, making a substantial change is…

Islanders Finally Have an Exciting Prospect Pool

Michael Ostrower | November 13, 2024November 13, 2024

After years of having a bare prospect pool, the New York Islanders finally have exciting youth in their system. This point may have been obvious given the team’s three selections in the first two rounds of the 2024 NHL Draft, but this excitement extends further than just recent draftees. Cole…

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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.