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The New York Islanders Stayed Alive with a 2 OT Win Courtesy of Mathew Barzal's Game Winner

April 28, 2024 04:20 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

The New York Islanders got great goaltending from Semyon Varlamov and a clutch, double overtime goal from Mathew Barzal to defeat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 and keep their season alive. We break down how the Isles earned their first win of the series and what it will take to continue to stay alive plus we have our hero and goat of the game and we discuss Ruslan Iskhakov's Stanley Cup playoff debut. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By...

Ilya Sorokin Struggled and the New York Islanders Are On the Brink of Elimination

April 26, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MB

The New York Islanders gambled and started Ilya Sorokin in Game 3 but Sorokin struggled and the Islanders lost 3-2. They are now trailing the Carolina Hurricanes 3-0 in their best-of-seven Stanley Cup Playoff series. The Isles outplayed the Canes for long stretches of this game but Frederik Andersen was outstanding while Sorokin let in three soft goals. We have our hero and goat of the game and explain why the Islanders trail in this series despite having a chance to win all three games. ...

The New York Islanders Turn to Ilya Sorokin in Goal for Game 3 and Maybe Ruslan Iskhakov

April 25, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

Patrick Roy announced that the New York Islanders will start Ilya Sorokin in net in Game 3 against the Carolina Hurricanes Thursday night. Is this a good move by Roy or not? We break down the pros and cons and discuss Roy's reasoning. The Islanders made some lineup changes in practice as well with Ruslan Iskhakov skating on the fourth line in place of Matt Martin. We discuss what that lineup change would mean and why it may not be so radical after all. And we discuss why the Isles struggle...

New York Islanders Coach Patrick Roy Has Some Tough Decisions to Make Ahead of Game 3

April 24, 2024 05:20 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

New York Islanders head coach Patrick Roy has some difficult decisions to make before Game 3 Thursday night. We break down those decisions concerning the lineup and who should start in goal, Semyon Varlamov or Ilya Sorokin. Plus the Isles called up five more players from Bridgeport on Tuesday but will any of them see action in the playoffs? We also discuss some players the Isles need more production from and we have our weekly Farm Report on all things Bridgeport Islanders as they finished ...

The New York Islanders Suffer an Embarrassing Collapse and Fall 5-3 After Leading 3-0

April 23, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

The New York Islanders suffered an epic collapse, blowing a 3-0 lead and losing to the Carolina Hurricanes 5-3. We break down what went wrong and discuss how the Isles can possibly bounce back from this devastating collapse in time for Game 3 Thursday night. We also have our hero and goat of the game and we discuss the return of J. G. Pageau. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monopoly GO! Get in the game a...

What Will It Take for the New York Islanders to Bounce Back in Game 2?

April 22, 2024 04:20 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

The New York Islanders played well in Game 1 of their opening round series in the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs but they didn't manage to win. Today we discuss two ways to view that performance and what it may mean for the rest of their series with the Carolina Hurricanes. Plus, we discuss Patrick Roy's decision to pull the goalie earlier than most NHL coaches, is that a good idea or a bad one for this team? And we look ahead to Game 2 and discuss what the Isles need to do to win and the late...

The New York Islanders Were Good But Not Good Enough in Game 1 vs Carolina

April 21, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

The New York Islanders played well against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 1 of their Stanley Cup playoff series but not quite good enough, losing 3-1. We break down what the Isles did well and what they need to improve upon. Plus we have our hero and goat of the game and we look ahead to what needs to happen to make the outcome different in Game 2. All this and more on today's special bonus episode of the Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Spon...

The New York Islanders Meet the Hurricanes to Open the Playoffs, We Have a Special Crossover Episode

April 19, 2024 04:20 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB

The New York Islanders will face the Carolina Hurricanes in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and we have an in-depth preview of the series. Zach Martin of Locked On Hurricanes joins us to discuss the key players on both teams, what it will take for the Isles or Canes to win the series and what the x-factors are for both teams. Plus we discuss key statistics and the keys to victory for the Patrick Roy's Islanders and Rod Brind'Amour's Hurricanes. All this and more on today's ...

The New York Islanders Ended the Season with a 5-4 Win Over Pittsburgh, Now it's Playoff Time

April 18, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

The New York Islanders closed out the regular season with a 5-4 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins in a crazy game that had a little of everything. Kyle Palmieri reached 30 goals for the second time in his career, Ilya Sorokin stopped Sidney Crosby on a penalty shot in the final minute and Ruslan Iskhakov made his NHL debut and picked up his first point. We have our key takeaways from the game plus injury updates on Noah Dobson and JG Pageau and our hero and goat of the game. Plus we start ...

As the New York Islanders Season Comes to an End, We Discuss the Impact Patrick Roy Had on This Team

April 17, 2024 04:20 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MB

Today we discuss the impact that head coach Patrick Roy has had on the New York Islanders since he took over as head coach. Why has the team played better since the coaching change? Plus the Isles sign a Long Island native to a deal for 2024-25 and we have a full preview of tonight's season finale against the Pittsburgh Penguins. And we have our weekly Farm Report on all things Bridgeport Islanders. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us B...

The New York Islanders Have Clinched a Berth in the Stanley Cup Playoffs After Defeating the Devils

April 16, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

The New York Islanders have clinched a berth in the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs after defeating the New Jersey Devils 4-1. We have our key takeaways and hero and goat of the game and we'll break down some key reasons for the Islanders recent success after a very inconsistent season. We'll also discuss that the Isles are in line to become the first team in the NHL since 1997 to accomplish this rare feat. And we discuss how the Isles should approach the season finale against the Penguins, sh...

Is Tonight the Night the New York Islanders Clinch a Berth in the Stanley Cup Playoffs?

April 15, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

The New York Islanders got a strong performance from Ilya Sorokin and two goals from Brock Nelson to earn a point in a 3-2 shootout loss to the Rangers Saturday afternoon. We have our hero and goat of the game plus we discuss the strong play of Hudson Fasching, the absence of Noah |Dobson and the problems on special teams. We also break down the team's playoff clinching possibilities tonight. What will it take for the Isles to clinch a berth in the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs? And we previ...

The New York Islanders Scored an Important Win Over Montreal But May Have Suffered a Key Injury

April 12, 2024 04:40 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

The New York Islanders scored a spirited 3-2 OT win over the Montreal Canadiens Thursday but may have lost an important player to injury during the game. Kyle Palmieri continued his strong play by scoring the game winner in OT and Semyon Varlamov played well again in goal. We break down our key takeaways plus our hero and goat of the game. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Ilya Sorkin and Bo Horvat and we preview Saturday's rematch with the New York Rangers. All this and more on to...

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The New York Islanders Rivalry with the Rangers Just Got More Intense, Will Saturday Be Old Time Hockey?

April 11, 2024 04:20 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MB

The New York Islanders rivalry with the New York Rangers just got more intense after Tuesday night's big win at UBS Arena. After the game, Rangers coach Peter Laviollette accused the Isles Adam Pelech and Noah Dobson of dirty hits. But were these dirty checks or is this BS? We break down both plays and discuss what could happen in Saturday's rematch as a result of the rhetoric. Plus we'll discuss Cal Clutterbuck's great show of leadership in the game against the Rangers which is vital but ...

The New York Islanders Didn't Make It Easy but They Got It Done with a Big Win Over the Rangers

April 10, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

The New York Islanders held on after a dominant first period and beat the New York Rangers 4-2. The game had a playoff feel from the start and Bo Horvat, Noah Dobson and Semyon Varlamov were among the Isles players that keyed the victory. We have our key takeaways from the game and our hero and goat of the game plus we'll tell you why Saturday's rematch at Madison Square Garden will be even more intense. Plus, we have our weekly Farm Report on all things Bridgeport Islanders as some of the...

Patrick Roy Makes a Key Change to the New York Islanders Lines Before Tonight's Key Game vs the NYR

April 09, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

The New York Islanders face the New York Rangers tonight in a critical game for the Isles. Head coach Patrick Roy has made a change to the second and third line combinations ahead of the game. We'll discuss the change and the player with a chance to make a real impression as a result of it. Plus we'll discuss who will start in goal for the Isles, Ilya Sorokin or Semyon Varlamov. Plus, we break down the race for the final two playoff spots in the Eastern Conference as we head down the stret...

The New York Islanders Earned a Big Win Over the Predators Behind Semyon Varlamov's Outstanding Play

April 08, 2024 04:20 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

The New York Islanders are in third place now in the Metropolitan Division of the NHL after scoring a 2-0 win over the Nashville Predators Saturday. The star of the game was goalie Semyon Varlamov who made 41 saves to earn the shutout. Noah Dobson continued to find his game and scored the game winning goal. We have our hero and goat of the game and discuss some unsugn heroes for the Isles and the things they still need to clean up. Plus, who should start in goal for Patrick Roy and the ...

The New York Islanders Won Their 3rd Straight and Are Back in Playoff Position Heading into the Weekend

April 05, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

The New York Islanders won their 3rd straight game, a 4-2 decision over the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Isles never trailed and while they let Columbus hang around, Noah Dobson helped the team with the game winner in the third period and Kyle Palmieri scored the Isles 3rd empty net goal of the year. If the season ended today, the Isles would be in the playoffs. We have our key takeaways from the game and our hero and goat of the game including some things that happened that could help the ...

Why New York Islanders Stars Bo Horvat and Mathew Barzal Are Better Together Than Apart

April 04, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Today we discuss why New York Islanders stars Bo Horvat and Mathew Barzal and better playing on the same line than being separated. Patrick Roy reunited them Tuesday against the Blackhawks and the duo clicked for a goal almost immediately. We break down the reasons Roy should keep this dynamic duo together for the rest of the season. Plus, who should start the majority of the Isles remaining games in goal, Ilya Sorokin or Semyon Varlamov? We discuss that question today. And we have a full...

The New York Islanders Scored an Important 2-1 Win Over Chicago to Pull to Within One Point of a Playoff Berth

April 03, 2024 04:20 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

The New York Islanders scored twice in the third period to defeat the Chicago Blackhawks 2-1 and to pull to within one point of a playoff spot with seven games remaining on the schedule. Simon Holmstrom potted the game winning goal and Ilya Sorokin ended his personal losing streak as the Isles finally raised their game when it mattered late. We have our hero and goat of the game and discuss how a little accountability introduced by Patrick Roy went a long way in this game. We also have o...

The New York Islanders Beat the Philadephia Flyers in OT But When Is a Win Not a Win?

April 02, 2024 04:20 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

The New York Islanders beat the Philadelphia Flyers 4-3 in overtime but were less than 10 seconds away from a critical win in regulation. We discuss the game winner by Brock Nelson, how Mathew Barzal hit two of his teammates with shots and why the Isles couldn't hold their lead in the closing seconds. Plus we have our hero and goat of the game. We also have a full preview of tonight's critical game against Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks. All this and more on today's Locked On Isl...

The New York Islanders Face a Must Win Game Tonight in Philadelphia, Can They Find Their Game?

April 01, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

The New York Islanders fell short Saturday in a 4-1 loss to Tampa Bay with each period showing off a different problem that has plagued the team all season. We have our hero and goat of the game and explain what went wrong. Plus, is all this line shuffling by Patrick Roy good or bad for this team? We break down the reasons for it and how it helps and hurts on today's show. And we preview tonight's must win game against the Philadelphia Flyers. The Isles need to win in regulation to keep th...

The New York Islanders Scored a Gutsy 3-2 Win Over the Panthers to Keep Their Hopes Alive

March 29, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

The New York Islanders scored a gutsy 3-2 win over the Florida Panthers and got some help on the out of town scoreboard to keep their playoff hopes alive. Mathew Barzal set a new career high for goals in a season while J.G. Pageau scored the game winner. The Isles also got strong goaltending by Semyon Varlamov. So, should Patrick Roy go to Varly again Saturday night in Tampa Bay or do they turn back to the struggling Ilya Sorokin? We have a full preview of that critical game against the ...

The New York Islanders Head South to Face the Florida Panthers, We Have a Special Crossover Episode

March 28, 2024 04:20 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

The New York Islanders head to the Sunshine State for two games starting with tonight's matchup with the Florida Panthers. We have a special crossover episode with Armando Velez of Locked On Florida Panthers. We discuss both teams, how they've fared head-to-head and what we can expect tonight in this important game for both teams. We also examine some big picture issues facing both teams as we head towards the final 10 games of the season. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders P...

We'll Tell You Why the Time for the New York Islanders to Recall Ruslan Iskhakov from the AHL

March 27, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

The time for the New York Islanders to recall Ruslan Iskhakov from the Bridgeport Islanders is now, we'll explain why. The young Russian forward has been dynamic in Bridgeport and there are many reasons he could help the big club even though it's unlikely Lou Lamoriello would make the move. Plus, the Isles announced that defenseman Scott Mayfield is done for the season after undergoing surgery. We have the latest on Mayfield and when he's expected to return. And we have our weekly Farm Re...

Who's Playing Well Under Patrick Roy for the New York Islanders and Who Has Been Struggling?

March 26, 2024 04:20 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

Today we break down the New York Islanders fading playoff chances and explain what their odds of making it to the Stanley Cup Playoffs are. Plus, who's playing well since Patrick Roy took over as head coach and who has been struggling. We discuss this and why some of those struggling players are not great fits in Roy's system. And we discuss the future direction of this team and why we shouldn't expect any prospects to be called up from Bridgeport unless the Isles are mathematically elimi...

The New York Islanders Ended Their Losing Streak In Convincing Fashion Before Starting Another

March 25, 2024 04:20 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MB

The New York Islanders had a great game on Saturday to end their losing streak with a 6-3 win over the Winnipeg Jets and then played poorly again on Sunday, losing to the New Jersey Devils 4-0. We break down both games including our hero and goat of the game and discuss the team's overall inconsistent play. Plus, we analyze whether captain Anders Lee will be suspended after his knee on knee hit in Sunday's game that got him a 5:00 major and a game misconduct. All this and more on today's...

The New York Islanders Continue to Fall Apart and Lost Their 6th Straight

March 22, 2024 04:20 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB

The New York Islanders suffered far too many defensive breakdowns and lost to the Detroit Red Wings 6-3. This was a team failure as the defensemen and forwards were often out of position and the smart play that used to characterize this team was lacking. We break down what went wrong and what has to change plus we have our hero and goat of the game. The Islanders play two games this weekend and we preview both Saturday's contest against the tough Winnipeg Jets and Sunday's meeting with the ...

How Much of the New York Islanders Struggles Is Ilya Sorokin Responsible For?

March 21, 2024 04:20 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

The New York Islanders continue to struggle and a lot of fans are pointing out that Ilya Sorokin isn't playing at the same elite level as he did a year ago. But how much of the Isles problems are due to Sorokin's drop in play? We discuss this ongoing social media debate today. Plus, the Isles signed forward Alex Jefferies, their 4th round pick in 2020, to an ELC. He will start with a tryout deal in Bridgeport. We discuss what skills he brings to the table and what the signing could mean for...

The New York Islanders Illustrated Something Important n their 4-1 Loss to Carolina

March 20, 2024 04:20 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

The New York Islanders lost their 5th straight game, falling to Carolina 4-1. Once again, the Isles were outplayed for most of this contest. And in this game, the Isles clearly illustrated something important that all fans should be aware of. We have our hero and goat of the game and break down what went wrong for the Islanders. Plus, former Isles winger Chris Simon passed away at the age of 52. We look back at the career of Chris SImon and what he did with the Isles. And we have our week...

Attendance Is Down and the New York Islanders Need To Do Something About It

March 19, 2024 04:20 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

Attendance at New York Islanders games is down roughly five percent since UBS Arena opened and season ticket holders are upset about parking issues, price increases and the commute to and from the arena according to an article in Newsday. We break it all down for you. Plus, the Islanders are running out of excuses for their inconsistent play and effort. We discuss some problems the team is having but shouldn't be. We also preview tonight's game against the Carolina Hurricanes in what is sh...

The New York Islanders Suffered Through a Disappointing Lost Weekend

March 18, 2024 04:20 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB

The New York Islanders endured a lost weekend, losing to the Ottawa Senators in overtime on Saturday and the New York Rangers in regulation on Sunday. These two losses really hurt the team's chances as they fell behind in the race for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. We break down what went wrong in each game, have our hero and goat of the game and take a look at the big picture and discuss some reasons for this team's struggles even after Patrick Roy took over as coach. All this and more on tod...

The New York Islanders Showed an Embarrassing Lack of Urgency in a 4-0 Loss to the Buffalo Sabres

March 15, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

The New York Islanders gave an unacceptable effort and were shutout for the second straight game, that hasn't happened in four years. We break down what went wrong and what Patrick Roy and this team can do about it. We also have our hero and goat of the game and discuss why the Isles were ineffective. The top line of Bo Horvat, Mathew Barzal and Brock Nelson was MIA while two of the only players that showed up were Ilya Sorokin and Anders Lee. We also preview this weekend's critical game...

The New York Islanders Have Some Difficult Decisions Ahead of Them Regarding Some Critical Players

March 14, 2024 04:20 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

The New York Islanders have some difficult decisions ahead of them after standing pat at last week's NHL Trade Deadline. Will Lou Lamoriello decide to extend Brock Nelson this offseason when he is eligible to negotiate one, or do they let him play out the final season of his contract? We also discuss the other players who will be UFAs and RFAs this offseason and debate what the team should do about letting them go or bringing them back. And we have a full preview of tonight's critical gam...

We Break Down Why the New York Islanders Benefited From Patrick Roy's Line Changes

March 13, 2024 04:20 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

Today we discuss why the New York Islanders have been winning since Patrick Roy established the big line of Bo Horvat, Mathew Barzal and Brock Nelson. How have the other three lines done? Why did this change help the Isles to start winning? Can they sustain this? We discuss all that and more on today's show. Plus, should the Isles bring back Mike Reilly next year? We discuss under what conditions that may make sense. And we have our weekly Farm Report on all things Bridgeport Islanders inc...

The New York Islanders Winning Streak Is Over After a Flat Performance in LA

March 12, 2024 06:20 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

The New York Islanders winning streak has ended at six games after their disappointing 3-0 loss to the Los Angeles Kings. The Isles looked like a team playing on the second straight night as the team just didn't have the energy and intensity needed to overcome a talented Kings team. We discuss the biggest reason why the Isles lost the game plus the injury to Matt Martin that got Hudson Fasching back in the lineup. We also have our hero and goat of the game and it wasn't easy. Plus, we ex...

The New York Islanders Took Care of Business and Increased Their Winning Streak to Six Games

March 11, 2024 04:20 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

The New York Islanders took care of business beat the Anaheim Ducks 6-1 to win their sixth straight game. The Isles are now in a playoff spot IF the season ended today. We discuss the strong play of the Barzal, Nelson and Horvat line plus the reasons for the Isles win. We also break down what did and didn't happen at the NHL Trade Deadline as Lou Lamoriello didn't make any trades at all. And we have a full preview of tonight's game vs the Los Angeles Kings. All this and more on today's...

The New York Islanders Won Their 5th Straight as We Reach Trade Deadline Day

March 08, 2024 07:20 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

The New York Islanders cruised to a 7-2 win over the San Jose Sharks. While this wasn't the Isles best performance, they never let the Sharks get back into the game and the outcome was never in doubt. The top line of Mathew Barzal, Bo Horvat and Brock Nelson dominated and the Isles got solid goaltending from Ilya Sorokin. We also discuss the NHL Trade Deadline which is Friday afternoon as some more potential trade candidates come off the board. What will Lou Lamoriello do? Will he stand pat...

The Trade Deadline Is So Close but What Will the New York Islanders Do?

March 07, 2024 05:20 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MB

The NHL Trade Deadline is Friday afternoon and the New York Islanders may still make a move. What will Lou Lamoriello do? We discuss the options and discuss the deals made on Wednesday and the players that are no longer available as a result. Plus, we break down why the new lines constructed by Patrick Roy have been working and some keys to keeping them going down the stretch for this team. And we preview tonight's game against the San Jose Sharks as the Isles kick off a four-game road tr...

The New York Islanders Fell Behind Early but Scored a Dramatic Comeback Win Over the Blues

March 06, 2024 05:20 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MB

The New York Islanders fell behind 2-0 but scored a dramatic comeback win over the St. Louis Blues, 4-2. The Isles have now won four straight and are back in the thick of the hunt for the Stanley Cup playoffs. We have our hero and goat of the game along with our key takeaways and some of the reasons the Isles were able to win the game. Plus, before the game, the Islanders made some roster moves including placing Scott Mayfield on LTIR. Mayfield will miss at least 4-6 weeks. This move gives ...

The NHL Trade Deadline Is Days Away, Who Are Some Targets for the New York Islanders?

March 05, 2024 05:20 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

The NHL Trade Deadline is Friday afternoon and the New York Islanders are likely to be buyers. But who are some players who could be targets for the Isles and what will they cost in return and in cap space? We look at some players Lou Lamoriello could keep his eye on. Plus we have the latest injury updates on Samuel Bolduc and we have a full preview of tonight's game against the St. Louis Blues. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Su...

The New York Islanders Earned a Big Win While Kyle Palmieri Made History vs Boston

March 04, 2024 05:20 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

The New York Islanders got a natural hat trick from Kyle Palmieri and a strong effort for a full 60 minutes to down the Boston Bruins 5-1. We discuss what went right for the Isles and what they need to do to stay on a roll. Patrick Roy's new line combinations also seem to be working out well and we go into detail about that. We also have our hero and goat of the game. Plus, what are the Isles biggest needs heading into the NHL Trade Deadline? We discuss that and some players the team may be...

The New York Islanders Scored a Critical Win Over the Detroit Red Wings to Keep Their Hopes Alive

March 01, 2024 05:20 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

The New York Islanders showed resilience in their 5-3 win over the Detroit Red Wings which helped keep their playoff hopes alive. Brock Nelson scored twice and Pierre Engvall got the team's first empty net goal of the season in the win. We break down what the team did better in this game and some of the things they still need to clean up but at this point, Patrick Roy and the coaching staff can't care too much about style points. We also preview Saturday's home game against the Boston Br...

The NHL Trade Deadline Is Fast Approaching and We Have the Latest Trade Rumors Concering the New York Islanders

February 29, 2024 05:20 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MB

The NHL Trade Deadline is a little more than a week away and the rumor mill is heating up. What will New York Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello do between now and March 8th to make this team better in the short or long run? We discuss the latest rumors concerning Vladimir Tarasenko and why J.G. Pageau is usually a part of any trade rumors concerning the Islanders. Plus we have a full preview of tonight's important game against the Detroit Red Wings which is almost a must win for the Isles if they...

We Will Illustrate the New York Islanders Lack of Offensive Depth with One Simple Fact

February 28, 2024 05:20 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

The New York Islanders lack the offensive skill and scoring depth to be an elite NHL team this season. We will illustrate that with one quick fact which shows that behind Bo Horvat, Brock Nelson and Mathew Barzal, this team is in need of more skill players. Plus we answer your questions about Lou Lamoriello, the NHL Trade Deadline and what it will take for the Isles to get back on track and we have our weekly Farm Report on all things Bridgeport Islanders. All this and more on today's Loc...

Bo Horvat's Dramatic OT Winner Got the New York Islanders Two Badly Needed Points

February 27, 2024 05:20 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

The New York Islanders defeated the Dallas Stars in OT 3-2 on Bo Horvat's dramatic game winner. We discuss how the new top line of Horvat, Mathew Barzal and Brock Nelson fared and what it meant for the rest of the lineup. Plus, we have our hero and goat of the game. We also break down some familiar problems and some areas the Isles made progress in during this game. And the Isles have reportedly gotten some calls regarding the possible availability of Brock Nelson at the NHL Trade Deadlin...

Patrick Roy Looks for Solutions for the New York Islanders Struggles

February 26, 2024 17:20 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

The New York Islanders started slowly and fell to the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-2 in another even performance. We break down what happened in the game and while there were some improvements, there are also some of the same old problems popping up again. We also discuss the line changes Patrick Roy implemented in practice to try to jump start the Isles attack and get more out of this team. Plus the latest injury updates and a full preview of tonight's road game against the Dallas Stars. ...

The New York Islanders Lose to the Blues After Allowing Three Goals in 32 Seconds

February 23, 2024 05:22 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

The New York Islanders allowed three goals in 32 seconds and couldn't overcome that deficit. While the team played better for most of the game, bad defensive breakdowns plus ineffective special teams and an inability to finish led to a 4-0 loss. We discuss what Patrick Roy did to motivate the team, what the Isles did well and why they lost this game. Plus, Lou Lamoriello addressed the media on Thursday and says he still believes in this core and will not hesitate to add to the team if he th...

The New York Islanders Made More Roster Moves Due to Injuries and Cap Constraints

February 22, 2024 05:22 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

The New York Islanders made some more roster moves on Wednesday due to injuries and salary cap constraints. They placed Hudson Fasching on LTIR and recalled center Kyle MacLean from Bridgeport. This is likely due to the injury suffered by Casey Cizikas on Tuesday night although Cizikas was not placed on IR, at least not yet. We discuss the implications of this move both on and off the ice. Plus, what happens to defenseman Robert Bortuzzo when he comes off LTIR. The veteran defenseman was sk...

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