New York Islanders’ Midseason Awards Matt Rothman | March 27, 2021 It has certainly been another terrific season for the New York Islanders. Despite playing in one of the league’s toughest divisions, they are currently in first place. As the Islanders…
New York Islanders Team Report Card – January 2021 Mike Fink | February 4, 2021 The New York Islanders started out this season with a 3-1 record and looked poised to be among the best teams in the East Division. Moreover, the team looked similar…
Islanders Looking to Build On Playoff Success in 2020-21 Season James Nichols | January 13, 2021 “On my deathbed, that’ll be one of the visions that will go through my head: We didn’t beat the Lightning,” said head coach Barry Trotz. “And it doesn’t go away.”…
Islanders Lack Defensive Depth After Boychuk Loss Jonathan Amatulli | November 27, 2020 After already trading away one of their key defenders this offseason, the New York Islanders have lost another regular to a career-ending injury. The team announced that veteran Johnny Boychuk’s…
Islanders Should Be Thankful for These Recent Draft Picks Jonathan Amatulli | November 24, 2020 Although NHL scouts work extensively year-round to find the top talent in each draft, there is no guarantee that any player will be successful. Every year, there are lottery picks…
Islanders’ 3 Best Contracts for 2021 Jonathan Amatulli | November 9, 2020 The most consistently successful teams in hockey find a way to get value out of all of their players. But what truly sets these teams apart from the rest is…
Islanders’ Pelech & Pulock Emerging As Top Defensive Pair in NHL Matt Rothman | October 21, 2020 It may be an announcer’s nightmare when Adam Pelech and Ryan Pulock are on the ice together, but they are also becoming a nightmare for opponents. These two players, who…
Islanders Game 6 Notes: Eberle, Goalies and Top Defense are Key Matt Rothman | September 2, 2020 The New York Islanders continue to remain in a great spot as they sit one win away from the Eastern Conference Final. They had a chance to clinch in Game…
Islanders & Panthers Writers Predict Outcome of Play-in Series Matt Rothman | August 1, 2020 After over fourth months without hockey due the pandemic resulting from COVID-19, the New York Islanders and Florida Panthers are set to resume play with their best-of-five play-in series. It will…
New York Islanders’ Key Players for Play-In Series John Fiorino | July 27, 2020 The New York Islanders are just a few days away from their play-in series against the Florida Panthers. This three-out-of-five series determines which of the two teams goes into the…
Islanders’ Defense Needs a Leader John Fiorino | June 22, 2020 The New York Islanders have a date with the Florida Panthers in the play-in round of the Stanley Cup playoffs when the NHL resumes from the COVID-19 pause. While the…
Islanders Getting Cizikas & Pelech Back for Playoffs Matt Rothman | June 11, 2020 These have undoubtedly been unprecedented times in the NHL with the shutdown of the league, but playoff hockey seems to be coming back a few months late. The New York…