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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 Extend Horvat & Start Building Core: Is It the Right Move?

Mike Fink | February 6, 2023February 6, 2023

The New York Islanders extended All-Star center Bo Horvat just days after acquiring him for a large haul that included Anthony Beauvillier and top prospect Aatu Raty to make him the second-highest-paid player on the team. With an $8.5 average annual value (AAV) that starts next season, only Mathew Barzal, whose AAV will be $9.1 Million, will earn more than Horvat. The extension notably makes Horvat one of the building blocks of the Islanders’ roster for the foreseeable future. The Islanders have four players under contract, with Barzal, Adam Pelech, and Ryan Pulock all signed to extensions. Presumably, All-Star goaltender…

Today in Hockey History: Feb. 6

Matthew Zator | February 6, 2023February 6, 2023

Arguably the best father and son duo in National Hockey League history had huge moments on this date. One of the greatest goal scorers in the game did something no other player had ever done before. Plus, a number was retired league-wide, and a bunch of Hall of Famers made some history of their own. It is time to take our daily trip back in time to relive the best moments from Feb. 6. Hulls Make History Bobby and Brett Hull were elite goal scorers during their Hall of Fame careers. Both father and son had memorable nights on this…

Blackhawks: 3 Teams That Could Join the Max Domi Sweepstakes

Michael DeRosa | February 6, 2023February 6, 2023

Chicago Blackhawks forward Max Domi is one of the most notable trade targets heading into the 2023 NHL Trade Deadline. The 27-year-old forward has the potential to be a big addition as a rental for a playoff team, so he naturally is getting a good amount of buzz in the rumor mill because of it. In 48 games this campaign for the Blackhawks, he has 14 goals to go along with a team-leading 35 points. With solid production like this, it is fair to say that he would help improve a lot of playoff teams’ forward groups. Some teams that…

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New York Islanders Sign Bo Horvat to 8-Year Extension

Logan Horn | February 5, 2023February 5, 2023

After adding him via. trade on Monday, the New York Islanders wasted no time extending Bo Horvat on Sunday afternoon to an 8-year contract extension worth $8.5M/year. This was a deal that the Islanders needed to get done because you don’t give up your best prospect, a solid middle six…

5 Islanders Predictions For Remainder of Season

Justin Caron | February 5, 2023February 5, 2023

The New York Islanders regular season resumes tonight following the mid-season NHL All-Star Break. To date, it has been largely inconsistent. Through 52 games played, they boast a record of 25-22-5, good for 55 points. They currently sit two points behind the Pittsburgh Penguins for the final wild card position…

Today in Hockey History: Feb. 4

Matthew Zator | February 4, 2023February 4, 2023

The greatest player to ever strap on a pair of skates had himself three big nights on this date in National Hockey League history. Both teams in New York had busy nights, while a slew of Hockey Hall of Famers hit personal milestones. Let’s strap into the THW time machine…

Islanders Linked to Marquee Forwards Ahead of Trade Deadline

Justin Caron | February 4, 2023February 4, 2023

While the New York Islanders have already made a big splash in the trade deadline market by acquiring the highly coveted Bo Horvat, they may not be done there. The question remains on how much of the team’s future general manager Lou Lamoriello is willing to sacrifice to go all…

New York Islanders’ Greatest of All-Time

THW Archives | February 4, 2023February 4, 2023

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…

Islanders Long-Term Plans Most Likely Include Bo Horvat

Nick Rizzo | February 4, 2023February 4, 2023

The New York Islanders shocked the hockey world Monday evening with a blockbuster deal. The team announced that they have acquired pending unrestricted free agent (UFA) Bo Horvat from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for struggling forward Anthony Beauvillier, promising prospect Aatu Raty, and a conditional first-rounder. With the 2023…

Islanders Acquiring Horvat Reflective of Lamoriello’s Trade History

Mike Fink | February 3, 2023February 3, 2023

The New York Islanders have made the biggest move of the season, acquiring All-Star center Bo Horvat from the Vancouver Canucks to immediately upgrade their top six. The move is a risky one, especially since the Islanders are currently out of playoff position and could not only miss the playoffs…

Islanders’ Greatest NHL All-Star Game Performances

Justin Caron | February 3, 2023February 3, 2023

Now in their 50th season, the New York Islanders have been well represented at the NHL’s showcase event. This season’s edition gives Islanders fans three players to watch during the event. Ilya Sorokin and Brock Nelson will be making their All-Star game debuts, and newly acquired Bo Horvat will also…

NHL Trade Deadline: 3 Left-Field Fits for Patrick Kane

Jim Parsons | February 2, 2023February 2, 2023

As trade talk heats up for Patrick Kane, the typical team names get tossed out there when it comes to franchises that would benefit from adding the winger to their roster. The New York Rangers, Vegas Golden Knights, New Jersey Devils, Los Angeles Kings, and others have been mentioned here…

Islanders Could Still Flip Bo Horvat: 3 Potential Trade Targets

Jim Parsons | February 1, 2023January 31, 2023

The New York Islanders pulled off a massive trade deadline deal well ahead of this year’s NHL Trade Deadline. A team that was rumored to be intrigued by the possibility of adding Bo Horvat, the Islanders weren’t the favorites to land him and there are some questions about their move…

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