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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. 

8 NHL Prospects the Islanders Should Target in Trades
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Heading into the second half of the 2024-25 season, the New York Islanders have grown increasingly likely to emerge as sellers at the 2025 Trade Deadline. If this is the case, the team will need to either commit to a short or long-term rebuild. If they aim to stay competitive over the next few seasons, prioritizing young prospects over draft capital seems the more likely route. With that in mind, which eight prospects should they consider targeting? Lenni Hameenaho, New Jersey Devils If Lou Lamoriello is willing to explore a trade with Metropolitan Division rival New Jersey Devils, targeting 2023…

Every NHL Team’s Most Underrated Prospect
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Whether your favorite NHL team is sitting pretty in a playoff spot or you are already looking forward to the 2025 Draft, every fanbase pays attention to its prospect pool. Superstar prospects like Ivan Demidov and Axel Sandin Pellikka typically garner all the attention, but it is time for the lesser-known prospects to get their flowers. Pacific Division Anaheim Ducks – Tarin Smith Drafted by the Anaheim Ducks with the 79th pick in the 2024 Draft, Tarin Smith, 18, is already outperforming his draft position. In 35 games as an alternate captain for the Everett Silvertips of the Western Hockey…

Islanders Should Target Stars’ Bourque & Stankoven in Trade for Nelson
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With Brock Nelson reportedly uninterested in a contract extension with the New York Islanders, trade speculation is gaining momentum. With the 2025 Trade Deadline less than two months away, the likelihood of the 33-year-old center being moved continues to grow. If that happens, the Islanders should carefully evaluate their options, and targeting the Dallas Stars’ Logan Stankoven and Mavrik Bourque would be a great move. Who Are Stankoven & Bourque? Stankoven, 21, was selected by the Stars in the second round of the 2021 Draft. Despite possessing first-round talent, he slipped to the 47th pick due to concerns about his…

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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.