Locked On Islanders - Daily Podcast On The New York Islanders
1,162 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsLocked On Islanders podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the New York Islanders and the National Hockey League. Hosted by Gil Martin, author of “Ice Ways”, an in-depth history of the Islanders’ rivalry with the Rangers, the Locked On Islanders podcast provides your daily Islanders fix with expert opinions, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Islanders franchise from right here in the Big Apple. Locked On Islanders takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Islanders locker room and all over the NHL. The Locked On Islanders podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
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Sorokin Stars As Isles Down Flyers, Go For Sweep Tonight
January 18, 2022 05:22 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBThe New York Islanders got stellar goaltending from Ilya Sorokin which covered up some early defensive breakdowns. Also key players like Casey Cizikas and Matt Martin got their first goals of the season which hopefully will give the team some more confidence. We have our key takeaways from last night's game. We also preview tonight's game in Philadelphia against the Flyers as the Isles go for the sweep of the home-and-home series. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast wi...
Why Won't Anybody Shoot the Darn Puck? We Discuss This Islanders Problem On Today's Show
January 17, 2022 05:22 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBThe New York Islanders came out flat against the Washington Capitals Saturday and lost 2-0. This team has a real problem: they don't shoot the puck enough. We discuss this and why players other than Oliver Wahlstrom and Kieffer Bellows need to step up and shoot. We also have a full preview of tonight's home game against the Philadelphia Flyers and we discuss the suspension of Ross Johnston and the chance for fans to get Mathew Barzal back to the NHL All Star Game. All this and more on toda...
The Isles Earn an Important Win to Start This Critical 11-Game Stretch
January 14, 2022 05:22 - 26 minutes - 18 MBMathew Barzal got the game winner in the final five minutes as the New York Islanders got past the New Jersey Devils 3-2. It wasn't a pretty win, but it was badly needed. We have our key takeaways including the importance of the strong play by Josh Bailey and Zach Parise who both contributed in a big way to a win despite the obvious rust. We also have a full preview of Saturday's home game against the Washington Capitals and congratulations to Adam Pelech on being named to his first All St...
The Islanders Return to the Ice Tonight vs the Devils, We Have a Full Preview
January 13, 2022 05:22 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBAfter 12 days off, the New York Islanders return to the ice tonight as they host the New Jersey Devils at UBS Arena. We have a full preview of the game. We also analyze which Islanders players hold the key to the team's chances of getting back into the playoff race. Who do the Islanders need more from? It's more than just Mathew Barzal and Ilya Sorokin, we have the answers on today's show. And our Islanders Birthday of the Day is a player who suited up for all three New York-area teams. A...
Two More Islanders Enter Covid Protocols We Explain How This Hurts the Team
January 12, 2022 05:22 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBJust when you thought there were no more Islanders who didn't already have Covid, two more members of the organization enter the Covid protocols. We explain how having Barry Trotz and Ryan Pulock unavailable will hurt the Islanders once they resume play. We also have our weekly Farm Report as we discuss a successful week in Bridgeport that saw the Islanders top farm team get 5 out of a possible six points. And we look back at one of the greatest games in Islanders franchise history as part...
Here's Why the Islanders Next 11 Games Will Make or Break This Season
January 11, 2022 05:22 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBThe next 11 games before the All Star break give the Islanders a great chance to get their season back on track ,we explain why these games are make or break for Barry Trotz and company. Plus is the Isles game on Thursday against the Devils in danger of being postponed? New Jersey's game last night against the Lightning was not played as New Jersey has seven players in Covid protocols. All this plus more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our ...
How Should the Islanders Treat Their Slumping Forwards When Play Resumes?
January 10, 2022 05:22 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBThe New York Islanders have three forwards who each have scored just one goal this season in Kyle Palmieri, Josh Bailey and Zach Parise. Should they get less ice time in favor of younger players like Kieffer Bellows and Oliver Wahlstrom when play resumes? How should the Islanders handle this situation with so little room for error left? And Barry Trotz returned to practice this weekend. We have the latest news and notes from practice and quotes from the players and coaching staff. All this...
What Will It Take for the Islanders To Make the Playoffs? We Break It All Down on Today's Show
January 07, 2022 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBWhat will it take for the New York Islanders to reach the playoffs this year? We break it down statistically--it's tough but far from impossible. We also examine the goaltending depth in the organization and look at Jakub Skarek, the top prospect down in Bridgeport as we answer a listener email. And where do the Islanders stand in our weekly NHL Power Rankings and why I'm mad about it. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our ...
Today We Discuss Three Young Islanders Players Who Have Impacted the Team In Recent Weeks
January 06, 2022 05:22 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBThe New York Islanders may be the oldest team in the NHL, but they do have three young players who are making a particular impact this season. Today we examine why Noah Dobson, Kieffer Bellows and Oliver Wahlstrom have helped this team's recent success. Plus we break down what the Islanders have been doing at practice under Lane Lambert with Barry Trotz away from the team for personal reasons. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporti...
Would It Make Sense to Trade Semyon Varlamov If the Islanders Don't Get Back into the Playoff Race?
January 05, 2022 05:22 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBDoes it make sense for the Islanders to consider trading Semyon Varlamov at the trade deadline if they don't get back into contention? We have several reasons why it would make sense for Lou Lamoriello to consider it. Plus the NHL reschedules four Isles games, we have the latest. And it's our weekly Farm Report as we discuss all things Bridgeport Islanders. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG Ther...
Which Young Islanders Player Has the Biggest Upside? We Discuss that on Today's Show
January 04, 2022 05:22 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBWhich young member of the New York Islanders has the most upside? Is it Anthony Beauvillier? Kieffer Bellows? Robin Salo? Sebastian Aho? We discuss this for both the short term and long term. Plus, we have the latest updates from practice as the team hopes to get healthier. When will Ryan Pulock be back? And what should the Islanders do at the trade deadline? We open our mailbag and discuss these and other issues on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Learn more about you...
The Islanders Down the Oilers in OT and Are Finally Finding Their Groove
January 03, 2022 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBThe New York Islanders got an OT goal by Noah Dobson and strong overall team defense to edge the Edmonton Oilers 3-2. We break down our key takeaways from the game, discuss Dobson's continued emergence and the key play of two other Isles players who usually don't make headlines. Barry Trotz was not behind the bench on Saturday and two Isles assistant coaches are now in Covid protocols, we have the latest. And the Isles 4-game road trip has been postponed due for attendance reasons due to C...
The Islanders Played Their Most Complete Game of the Season and Beat the Sabres 4-1, We Have Our Key Takeaways
December 31, 2021 05:22 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBThe New York Islanders played their most complete game of the season and downed the Buffalo Sabres 4-1. Some players were outstanding including Mathew Barzal, Noah Dobson, Josh Bailey and Kieffer Bellows and Semyon Varlamov had a strong game in goal. We have our key takeaways from this game. We also have a full preview of the game Saturday against the Edmonton Oilers and explain why the Isles may be catching Edmonton at the right time. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podca...
The Islanders Finally Return to Action Tonight (We Hope), We Have Full Preview of the Game vs the Sabres
December 30, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBThe New York Islanders return to action tonight to face the Buffalo Sabres. We have a full preview including possible line combinations, who's in Covid protocol and who's on the taxi squad. We also look at the Sabres lineup and how they are dealing with their Covid situation. We discuss the decision to cancel the rest of the WJC and go back to the mid-90s for our Islanders Birthday of the Day. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporti...
Brock Nelson Becomes the Latest Islanders Player In Covid Protocols and Another Game Postponed
December 29, 2021 05:22 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBBrock Nelson was added to the list of New York Islanders players in Covid-19 protocols putting the count at seven players right now. As a result, the NHL postponed tonight's game against the Detroit Red Wings, we discuss how the league can handle things going forward and what Nelson's absence will mean for the Islanders. We also have our weekly Farm Report as we discuss the week that was and is upcoming for the Bridgeport Islanders and we go back to the early days of the franchise for our I...
Who Is the Most Indispensable Islanders Player? We Weigh In on That Debate on Today's Show
December 28, 2021 05:22 - 25 minutes - 23 MBWhich player on the New York Islanders is the most indispensable? There are many possible choices, we break them all down and ask for your opinion on today's show. Plus, some controversial statements by the incoming Nassau County Executive about the UBS Arena and the latest news from Islanders practice including when players will come off the Covid-19 reserve and the status of injured players. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporti...
Four More Islanders Players Entered Covid Protocols and One More Game Has Been Postponed
December 27, 2021 05:22 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBThe New York Islanders returned to their practice facility on Sunday and four players entered the Covid 19 protocols. Anthony Beauvillier, Cal Clutterbuck, Zach Parise and Oliver Wahlstrom are all now unavailable to the Islanders. The Islanders also added three players to the newly established taxi squad. The NHL also postponed tonight's game in Buffalo with no makeup date yet announced. We break down the latest news and how it changes the lineup and effects this team going forward. All ...
As We Head into the Holiday Weekend, We Have the Perfect Gift for Each Islanders Player and Fans as Well
December 24, 2021 05:22 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBHo! Ho! Ho! With the holidays upon us and the NHL and the New York Islanders on a brief break, we have the perfect holiday gift for each Islanders player. From the captain, Anders Lee, a young player like Noah Dobson or Oliver Wahlstrom or a veteran like Zdeno Chara, we have the perfect gift for almost every player. And we didn't leave out Barry Trotz or Lou Lamoriello either. We also have the ideal gift for Islanders fans as well. All this plus our Islanders Birthday of the Day and a lot ...
Today We Look at Mathew Barzal and What He Means to the Islanders and How He was Playing Before Covid
December 23, 2021 05:22 - 27 minutes - 25 MBToday we discuss the most dynamic forward on the New York Islanders, Mathew Barzal. What does Barzal mean to the team and how was he playing before he went into Covid protocols? And how does Barzy make this team better? We also examine the month of December and it may surprise Islanders fans that the team hasn't been playing poorly. We break it all down but of course, there's a catch. And we have a four-time Stanley Cup champion as our Islanders Birthday of the Day. All this and more on t...
NHL Players Are Not Going to the Olympics This Year, We Discuss How The Change in Schedule Will Effect the Islanders
December 22, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBThe NHL will not be sending players to compete in the Olympics in February because of Covid-19. How will the change in schedule effect the Islanders? We discuss the latest on today's show and there are more benefits than drawbacks. We also have our weekly Farm Report as we discuss the Islanders AHL affiliate, the Bridgeport Islanders and how they look heading towards the holiday break. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our S...
The Islanders Won't Play Another Game Until After Christmas, We Have the Latest News and How It Affects the Team
December 21, 2021 05:22 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBThe NHL postponed more games so the New York Islanders won't be playing again until after Christmas. All games from Wednesday of this week until December 25th have been postponed. We discuss how this affects the Islanders and where the team goes from here during this crazy and unpredictable season. We also discuss the Islanders overtime and shootout strategies and why some players don't see the ice in OT. And we take a look at a top six forward who needs to get on track ASAP if the Isles a...
A Painful Loss and a Cancelation Along with More Islanders Players in Covid Protocol
December 20, 2021 05:22 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBThe New York Islanders had two points within their grasp but let it slip away and had to settle for one point in a 4-3 shootout loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. We have our key takeaways from the game including the strong play of Ilya Sorokin and an improving power play but also some disappointing aspects as well. We also discuss the latest injury and Covid news as two more players are in protocols and the Isles game scheduled for Monday against the Montreal Canadiens has been postponed. ...
Cal Clutterbuck and Semyon Varlamov Shined As the New York Islanders Earned Another Home Win
December 17, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBThe New York Islanders got a strong game from Semyon Varlamov and from the Identity Line as they beat the Boston Bruins 3-1. We have our key takeaways from the game including Cal Clutterbuck's two goals led the way. We also discuss which player Barry Trotz benched mid-game and why there are some very positive signs coming out of this victory for the Isles. Plus we have a full preview of Sunday's game against the Vegas Golden Knights and our Islanders Birthday of the Day features a former I...
Could the Islanders Make a Blockbuster Deal If They Don't Turn Things Around Soon?
December 16, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBThis season has been a struggle for the New York Islanders between Covid, injuries and a long 13-game road trip to open the season. If the team does not start putting together a string of wins to get back into the playoff race, could Lou Lamoriello pull off a big trade at or even before the deadline? This team doesn't need to rebuild, but they may need to retool and we have an interesting idea as to how they can do it. Plus we have our weekly Farm Report as we look at all things Bridgeport ...
Mathew Barzal Is Now In Covid Protocol, We Discuss Some Ways the Islanders Can Press On Without Him
December 15, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBThe New York Islanders fell to the Detroit Red Wings 2-1. Before the game, the Isles learned that Mathew Barzal was now in Covid protocols and will miss at least three games. The team needs to play smarter hockey than they did last night. Oliver Wahlstrom is leading this team in shots on goal despite playing fewer minutes than most other forwards on the team. It's time to give Wahlly more ice time for a team so starved for goals. We have our key takeaways from tonight's game and the latest...
Can the Islanders Make It Two In a Row Tonight In Detroit?
December 14, 2021 05:22 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBThe New York Islanders head to Detroit tonight to face the Red Wings as they look for their second straight win. We have a full preview and break down what the Islanders need to do to get the win. We have the latest on the Anthony Beauvillier situation and we answer our mailbag questions about the role of enforcers in the modern NHL and some potential trade targets Lou Lamoriello may wish to look at to bolster the blueline. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil ...
The Islanders Finally Won In their New Home, We Have All the Key Takeaways
December 13, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBThe New York Islanders finally earned a win at the UBS Arena, a historic first. We have our key takeaways from the game and discuss what the Isles did right and players like Ilya Sorokin, Noah Dobson and Oliver Wahlstrom who had strong games on Saturday. Plus we analyze the benching of Anthony Beauvillier and what message Barry Trotz is trying to send to the team and Zach Parise finally getting his first goal. Plus a Hall of Fame goalie is our Islanders Birthday of the Day. All this and mo...
The Islanders Gave Up the Winning Goal with 11.5 Seconds Left and Fell to the Predators, We Have Our Key Takeaways
December 10, 2021 05:22 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB11.5 seconds separated the Islanders from getting at least one point but they allowed two goals in the third period and blew a 3-2 lead before falling to the Predators 4-3. This is a game the Islanders should have won but too many defensive zone errors and missed opportunities foiled their chances. We have our key takeaways from this game and have to start wondering when this team will win its first game at the UBS Arena. We also have a full preview of Saturday's home game against the New J...
Anatolii Golyshev Going Back to Russia, the Isles Prepare to Face the Predators
December 09, 2021 05:22 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBThe New York Islanders have announced that they are placing forward Anatolii Golyshev on waivers as he prepares to return to the KHL. We discuss why GM Lou Lamoriello's plan to bring Golyshev here didn't quite work out as planned. Plus the Islanders host the Nashville Predators tonight, we have a full preview of the game. And we have a former Isles captain as our Islanders Birthday of the Day. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Support...
How Sweet It Is! The Islanders End Their 11-Game Slide with a 5-3 Win Over the Senators
December 08, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MBThe New York Islanders won for the first time in more than a month as they defeated the Ottawa Senators 5-3. Anders Lee scored twice and players like J.G. Pageau, Oliver Wahlstrom and Kieffer Bellows also scored as the Isles finally got the monkey off their backs. We have our key takeaways from this game and discuss what the Isles can do to build on this win and the 4th straight game they picked up a point. We also have our weekly Farm Report and a look back at the first win in Islanders h...
Noah Dobson Had His Best Game as a Pro Sunday, We Explain How That Helps the Islanders
December 07, 2021 05:22 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBNoah Dobson has played his best hockey in recent games including his best performance ever Sunday vs the Blackhawks. We discuss Dobson's development and how it helps the New York Islanders this year and beyond and what adjustments may have to be made to his game. Plus we have a full preview of tonight's game in Ottawa against the Senators. All this and much more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 pl...
What's the Difference Between Last Year's Islanders and This Year's? It's a Lot More Than Injuries and Covid
December 06, 2021 07:22 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBWhy are last season's 3-2 wins becoming losses this season for the New York Islanders? We explain the difference between last year's club that went to the Conference Final and this year's team that has just five wins in its first 20 games. Plus we have our key takeaways from this weekend's games against the Red Wings and Blackhawks. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has...
The Good News Is the Islanders Finally Got a Point, the Bad News Is They Still Lost 2-1 in OT
December 03, 2021 05:22 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBThe New York Islanders ended their 8-game pointless streak but still lost to the San Jose Sharks 2-1 in OT. There are some reasons for hope after this game as well as some things that need work, we have all our key takeaways including the outstanding goaltending of Ilya Sorokin and a goal by Mathew Barzal. We also have a full preview of Saturday's road game against the Red Wings and Sunday's home game against the Blackhawks. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gi...
The Islanders Have Been Cleared to Return and 5 Players Are Out of Covid Protocols
December 02, 2021 05:22 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBThe New York Islanders are back on the ice and will face the San Jose Sharks tonight at UBS Arena. Plus they got five players back out of Covid protocols including Josh Bailey, Anders Lee, Andy Greene, Adam Pelech and Ross Johnston. We discuss the attitude of the players as they return and have a full preview of tonight's game against the San Jose Sharks. All this plus our Islanders Birthday of the Day and a lot more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Su...
Are Any of the Islanders Recent Call Ups Worthy of a Permanent Spot on the Roster? We Examine This on Today's Show
December 01, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBThe New York Islanders should be resuming practice today under certain conditions, we discuss that on today's show. We also look at some recent call-ups who have earned a chance at more ice time even after some of the healthy players return. And we have our Weekly Farm Report as we look at all things Bridgeport Islanders and we go back to the early days of the Isles franchise for our Islanders Birthday of the Day. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. ...
Today We Look at Some Line Changes and Tweaks the Islanders Can Do to Improve Their Struggling Offense
November 30, 2021 05:22 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBThe Islanders have been struggling mightily on offense so today, we discuss some line tweaks that could help them create a badly needed spark. Plus, we look at Evander Kane who is now available and discuss why the Islanders should NOT be interested in adding him to the lineup although he could add some scoring to the team. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you cover...
The Islanders Games Are Postponed Through At Least November 30th and That's a Good Thing
November 29, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBThe NHL stepped in and canceled all Islanders games until November 30th as Casey Cizikas was added to the Covid-19 reserve list. We discuss the fallout of the postponement and what it means for the Islanders. Plus, we have some key takeaways from Friday night's 1-0 loss to the Penguins that extended the Islanders losing streak to 8 games. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place th...
While Everybody's Complaining About the Callups, Some of the Islanders Regulars Have Been Struggling Too
November 26, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBThe New York Islanders have been decimated by injuries and Covid but some of the regular players have struggled all season like Zach Parise, Anthony Beauvillier, Casey Cizikas and Kyle Palmieri. We discuss what the team can do to get back on track. We also have an in-depth preview of tonight's game vs the Penguins and Sunday's game at Madison Square Garden vs the Rangers. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetO...
The Shorthanded Islanders Extended Their Losing Streak to 7, Falling to the Rangers 4-1
November 25, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBThe New York Islanders fell to their crosstown rivals, the New York Rangers 4-1 at UBS Arena. We break down what went wrong and who played well in this game, plus we have the latest on the Islanders injury and Covid situations. We also discuss some reasons for encouragement during this difficult slump. We also have our Islanders Birthday of the Day and more on the Thanksgiving edition of the Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG ...
The Islanders Renew Their Rivalry with the Rangers Tonight, We Have a Special Crossover Episode with Jon Chik of Locked On Rangers
November 24, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBThe New York Islanders will host their biggest rivals, the New York Rangers for the first time at UBS Arena tonight so we have a special crossover episode with Jon Chik of Locked On Rangers. We examine both teams, what they've done well and where they're struggling and take a deep dive into what to expect for tonight's game. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you cov...
The Islanders Are Struggling with Injuries and a Covid Breakout, We Have the Latest News
November 23, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBThe New York Islanders are struggling due to injuries and a Covid-19 outbreak on their roster. We have the latest news on the status of the players that are out of the lineup like Brock Nelson, Anders Lee, Kieffer Bellows, Adam Pelech and Josh Bailey. We also discuss a controversial decision by Barry Trotz that cost the Islanders on Sunday against Toronto and we discuss what the Islanders need to do to get back on track. All this and much more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gi...
The Islanders Opened Their New Home at UBS Arena, but On the Ice, This Team is Hurting Right Now
November 22, 2021 07:22 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBThe New York Islanders finally had their first home game of the season as the new, state of the art, UBS Arena at Belmont opened for its first NHL game. We discuss the new home and what it means for this franchise plus the opening ceremonies and all the events of the weekend. But on the ice, this team is dealing with a costly Covid-19 outbreak and are struggling to score goals. We have key takeaways from the losses this weekend to the Calgary Flames and Toronto Maple Leafs and discuss what...
The New York Islanders Finally Head Home to Open the UBS Arena This Weekend, We Preview Both Games
November 19, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBThe New York Islanders will play their first ever game at the UBS Arena this weekend when they host the Calgary Flames on Saturday night. We preview that historic event and Sunday's game against John Tavares and the Toronto Maple Leafs. Plus we have the latest on Josh Bailey's health, Ryan Pulock and the player the Islanders decided to call up from Bridgeport to reinforce the defense. We also have two listener emails to answer and we have a goalie as our Islanders Birthday of the Day. All...
Islanders Defenseman Ryan Pulock Is Out 4-6 Weeks with a Lower Body Injury, How Will the Islanders Cope?
November 18, 2021 05:22 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBThe New York Islanders got some bad news yesterday as they learned defenseman Ryan Pulock will miss 4-6 weeks of action with a lower body injury. That leaves the team with only two righthanded defensemen on their roster. How will Lou Lamoriello deal with this? Will he play Sebastian Aho on the off side? Will the Isles call up a player from Bridgeport or do they go the trade route? We discuss the options on today's show. Plus we have our weekly Farm Report as we break down all things Bridgep...
The Islanders Looked Sloppy in Their Own Zone vs Florida and Fell 6-1, We Are Joined by Armando Velez of LO Panthers for a Special Crossover Episode
November 17, 2021 05:22 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBThe New York Islanders were without Josh Bailey and Ryan Pulock but they played a terrible game in their own zone and lost to the Florida Panthers 6-1. We have a special crossover episode with Armando Velez of Locked On Florida Panthers as we discuss what went wrong for the Islanders in this game including the Scott Mayfield game misconduct and the team's poor overall defensive play. The only good news was that Kyle Palmieri finally got his first goal of the year and the Islanders are now ...
The Islanders Offense Is MIA and the Power Play Is a Mess So They Fell to the Lightning 4-1
November 16, 2021 05:22 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBThe New York Islanders continue to struggle offensively and on the power play and they fell to the Tampa Bay Lightning by a score of 4-1. Barry Trotz juggled the lines and Casey Cizikas and Noah Dobson didn't play, but the results were the same as the Isles continue to struggle to score goals and even threaten on the power play .We break it all down for you. Defenseman Andy Greene played in his 1,000th career NHL game and we discuss that milestone And we have a full preview of tonight's gam...
The Islanders Made Changes to their First Line, Will It Help Jumpstart the Offense?
November 15, 2021 05:22 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBThe Islanders offense has been struggling with Zach Parise and Kyle Palmieri among the players who have yet to score a goal this season. So, Barry Trotz made some changes to the line combinations in practice this weekend including moving Parise to the top line and shifting Josh Bailey to the third line. We analyze what these changes could mean for the Isles offense. Plus a full preview of tonight's game against the Tampa Bay Lightning as the Isles look for revenge against the team that elim...
Special Teams and Timid Offense Cost the Islanders in Their 4-0 Loss to the Devils, We Have Our Key Takeaways
November 12, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBSpecial teams hurt the New York Islanders again as they fell to the New Jersey Devils 4-0 in Newark. We break down the problems on the power play and penalty kill and explain how a 42-shot game was weak offensively. Plus Ilya Sorokin played a strong game but didn't get much help. We also have a farewell tribute to Uncle Leo Komarov and a look ahead to the opening of the new UBS Arena which is just one week away. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Sup...
The Islanders Say Goodbye to Uncle Leo Before Heading to Newark to Face the Devils Tonight
November 11, 2021 05:22 - 26 minutes - 21.3 MBThe New York Islanders will be releasing Leo Komarov on Thursday so he can return to the KHL. We discuss the impact of this move on and off the ice and what it means for the Isles cap situation as well. We also have a full preview of tonight's game in Newark against the New Jersey Devils and we break down the keys to victory. Plus a current Islanders player is our Islanders Birthday of the Day. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Suppor...
How Much Does the Islanders Defense Miss Nick Leddy? And Does the Team Need Another Puck Moving Defenseman?
November 10, 2021 05:22 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBHow much do the Islanders miss Nick Leddy? Does this team need to add another puck moving defenseman? We analyze the defense corps and discuss possible solutions and how Lou Lamoriello can handle it on today's show. We also have our weekly Farm Report as we discuss everything happening to the Bridgeport Islanders, the Isles AHL affiliate. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG There is only 1 place th...