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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Today We Discuss the Player the Blues Are Rumored to Demand Back that May Be Holding Up a Trade for Vladimir Tarasenko
August 23, 2021 04:22 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBThe New York Islanders have been rumored to be interested in acquiring Vladimir Tarasenko from the St. Louis Blues but rumors abound that the Blues are asking for one player in the deal that the Islanders don't want to part with. We discuss this and have all the latest. Plus, two defensemen in the Islanders system who may be able to replace Nick Leddy in the lineup this year if the Isles cannot trade or sign a veteran d-man. All this and much more on today's episode of the Locked On Island...
Today We Have Our Mailbag Episode As We Answer Questions from Our Listeners About the Islanders
August 20, 2021 04:22 - 29 minutesWe have a great mailbag episode as we answer your questions about the Islanders regarding trade rumors, the future of the Identity Line and a lot more. Plus we look at Mathew Barzal's season, his playoff performance and what is his ultimate ceiling as a hockey player. And a former Islanders fan favorite is bought out of his contract, we look back at his impact on Long Island and in the NHL. All this and much more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting...
Today We Have Our Mailbag Episode As We Answer Questions from Our Listeners About the Islanders
August 20, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBWe have a great mailbag episode as we answer your questions about the Islanders regarding trade rumors, the future of the Identity Line and a lot more. Plus we look at Mathew Barzal's season, his playoff performance and what is his ultimate ceiling as a hockey player. And a former Islanders fan favorite is bought out of his contract, we look back at his impact on Long Island and in the NHL. All this and much more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Suppo...
The Islanders Released Their Preseason Schedule Today, We Discuss Why This Year Is Different From the Past
August 18, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBThe New York Islanders released their preseason schedule and we have all the information here, plus why this year's preseason will be different than past years. We also analyze the performance of Semyon Varlamov both during the regular season and in the playoffs. Plus Varly's future with the team and why the Isles may just have the best one-two punch in goal in the NHL. We also look at a change the NHL will be making to players uniforms and our Islanders Birthday of the Day. All this and ...
The New York Islanders Signed Their Top Pick in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft to an Entry Level Deal, We Have All the Details
August 16, 2021 04:22 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBThe New York Islanders have signed their top draft pick in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft to a three-year ,entry level contract. We discuss what the deal means for Aatu Raty and we update his progress in the World Junior Summer Showcase. Plus, we examine the season Josh Bailey had in 2020-21 and how he did in the playoffs as well. What will Josh Bailey do for this team in the future? We discuss that and why his value to the team is more than his numbers suggest. All this and much more on today's...
Can the Islanders Offense Be Better Without a Major Addition Via Trade? We Analyze That on Today's Show
August 13, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 24.9 MBThe Islanders lost Jordan Eberle in the expansion draft and traded Nick Leddy, so where do they stand on offense now? We analyze the situation and explain how this team could be better on offense even without making a major trade for a sniper (although I still expect them to make a deal). Plus we examine the season that Ryan Pulock had, what he means to the team and how he did in the playoffs and what his expected role will be in 2021-22. All this and more on today's episode of the Locked ...
Islanders Head Coach Barry Trotz Got Another Honor This Week, We Discuss It and How It Affects the Team
August 11, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBNew York Islanders head coach Barry Trotz received an honor this week, we discuss it and how it will affect the Islanders going forward. Plus we discuss why the winner of the Bob Nystrom Award was so deserving. Do you agree with the pick this year? And we analyze the season of Islanders center Brock Nelson. Did he live up to expectations? How did he do in the playoffs and what is his future like with the team? All this and much more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. ...
The Islanders Signed Defenseman Adam Pelech and the Deal Is a Great One for the Team and the Player
August 09, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBNew York Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello signed top pair defenseman Adam Pelech to an eight-year contract with a reasonable cap hit. We explain why this was a great deal for the Islanders and for Pelech and discuss what the team may do with the cap space they have left after signing Pelech. Plus, we discuss Oliver Wahlstrom's season with the team and what the future holds for him. Can Wahlstrom develop into a top-six player and if so, when? We break it all down for you on today's show. All thi...
The Islanders Have a Glut of Forwards on Their Roster, So What Does That Mean for the Team?
August 06, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 24.9 MBIf the rumors are true, the New York Islanders have at least 17 NHL caliber forwards on their roster for next season and that's just too many. What will GM Lou Lamoriello do about it? We explain the options and how things will likely play out on today's show. Plus we discuss the season and impact of the captain, Anders Lee, what his absence meant during the playoffs and his future with the team in 2021-22 and beyond. All this and a lot more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil M...
The Islanders Are Still Looking for a Defenseman to Replace Nick Leddy but It Will Probably Have to Happen Via Trade
August 04, 2021 04:22 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBThe Islanders still haven't announced any free agent signings although all signs indicate they have reached agreements with several players. We break it all down for you and we discuss why the replacement for Nick Leddy on the blueline will likely come via trade. We also discuss what a potential trade for Vladimir Tarasenko might look like and who the Isles would have to give up to make that happen. And we analyze Adam Pelech's performance during last season and in the playoffs and what hi...
The Deadline to File for Arbitration Has Passed and One Islanders Player Filed, We Have the Latest
August 02, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBThe deadline for NHL players to file for arbitration has passed and one Islanders player filed while two eligible players did not. We'll explain what it all means on today's show. The New York Islanders still haven't announced any free agent signings but we discuss the latest rumors and more. Plus we break down Anthony Beauvillier's season, his playoff performance and what his future with the franchise looks like. All this plus a tribute to a former member of the Islanders Blog Box who le...
The Islanders Haven't Signed Anybody...Yet, But We Explain Why There's No Need to Worry
July 30, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBThe Islanders haven't made any moves in free agency, but we explain why that's not necessarily a bad thing. Be patient and trust the process and Hall of Fame GM Lou Lamoriello. Plus, we analyze Scott Mayfield's season and future with the team and explain why he has become a valuable part of this club's success. All this and much more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a cand...
The Islanders Were Quiet on Day 1 of Free Agency, But We'll Explain Why That's Not Necessarily a Bad Thing
July 29, 2021 04:22 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBThe New York Islanders did not make a splash on the first day of NHL free agency, but we'll explain why that isn't necessarily a bad thing. Plus we look at some of the players who are now off the board and have signed with other teams. We also discuss Casey Cizikas' season and playoff performance with the Islanders and what his future will be with the team assuming he re-signs with them and doesn't go elsewhere in free agency. We also ask the question, do the Isles need a sniper to win the...
Free Agency Is Here Today and We Analyze Some Free Agent Forwards the Islanders Will Be Looking to Sign
July 28, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBNHL free agency begins today and we expect the New York Islanders to be very active. Today we discuss some forwards the team will likely be trying to sign and how they fit in to the team on the ice and with the salary cap. We also discuss some players the Islanders did not tender including a former first round pick who will now be an unrestricted free agent. And we discuss Austin Czarnik's season and possible future with the Islanders organization. All this and much more on today's Locked...
Free Agency Arrives Tomorrow So We Examine Some Defensemen the Islanders Could Target to Replace Nick Leddy
July 27, 2021 04:22 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBThe New York Islanders traded Nick Leddy this offseason so they need to add a defenseman in free agency to replace him. Today, we examine some of the available players and how they may fit into the Islanders organization both on the ice and under the salary cap. Plus we look at Cal Clutterbuck's season with the team and what he contributes to the Islanders and discuss his role for the upcoming season. All this and much more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support U...
The Islanders Made Their Picks in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft, We Break Them All Down on Today's Show
July 26, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBThe New York Islanders have added six new players in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft, we have scouting reports on all of them and describe their strengths, weaknesses and prospects for the future. Lou Lamoriello always finds some diamonds in the rough in the later rounds of the draft, so who will it be this year? We also look back at the season and NHL future of Dmytro Timashov and discuss where he fits into the Islanders' plans. Plus a look at free agency and a popular goalie is our Islanders Bi...
The Islanders 2021-22 Season Schedule Has Been Released and We Have All the Important Dates and Analysis
July 23, 2021 04:22 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBThe Islanders 2021-22 schedule has been released and we break down the important dates and discuss when the home opener will be at the UBS Arena. We also discuss some of the big challenges the team will face as they start the season with 13 straight road games. We also discuss this weekend's NHL Entry Draft which will be important for this team even though the Islanders do not have a first round pick. Lou Lamoriello always finds a way to add some quality players in the later rounds and this...
Jordan Eberle Was Selected By the Kraken in the Expansion Draft, So How Does This Impact the Islanders?
July 22, 2021 04:22 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBIt's now official, the New York Islanders have lost winger Jordan Eberle to the Seattle Kraken in the NHL Expansion Draft. We discuss the move, what it means for the Islanders on the ice and with regard to the salary cap. And how will this affect Mathew Barzal and Anders Lee? We also discuss Matt Martin's season and his future role with the Islanders and what he brings to the team. Plus how will Lou Lamoriello spend this new-found cap money and who are some of his potential targets. All t...
Rumors Have Come Out that the Canadiens Are Interested In an Islanders RFA, We Have the Latest
July 21, 2021 04:22 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBRumors are swirling about that the Montreal Canadiens are interested in one of the Islanders RFAs, we discuss the rumors, what a trade might look like and what Lou Lamoriello is likely to do about this situation. We also analyze Noah Dobson's season and his future with the Islanders. How far did the young defenseman come in his second year in the league? The dates for two preseason games have been released and we have the latest on that as well. All this and more on today's Locked On Isla...
The Expansion Draft Is Fast Approaching, Who Do You Want the Islanders to Lose? We Think Lou Lamoriello Has a Plan, So Stay Tuned
July 20, 2021 04:22 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBThe expansion draft is coming up Wednesday and we know the New York Islanders will lose a player to the Seattle Kraken. Who would you rather lose: Jordan Eberle or Josh Bailey? Or does Lou Lamoriello have a trick up his sleeve and has he made a deal with Kraken GM Ron Francis? We look at the pattern in all of Lamoriello's offseason moves so far and discuss what lies ahead. Plus we examine how defenseman Andy Greene did this season and what we can expect from him in the coming campaign as t...
Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello Made Two Big Trades This Weekend That Show Why He's the Reigning NHL GM of the Year
July 19, 2021 04:22 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBNew York Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello pulled off two big trades over the weekend, sending defenseman Nick Leddy to Detroit and exiled forward Andrew Ladd to Arizona. The Islanders gave up draft picks along with the two players but gained a lot of cap space. We explain why these are good moves for the Islanders. Plus, the Islanders announced their protected list for the expansion draft with some surprises involved as Josh Bailey and Jordan Eberle are both unprotected.. We analyze what Lamorie...
Another Veteran Defenseman Has Been Bought Out, We Discuss How He Would Fit on the Islanders on Today's Show
July 16, 2021 04:22 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBToday we look at another recent buyout the Isles may be interested in. How well would Keith Yandle fit on Long Island if the Isles trade Nick Leddy or lose him in the expansion draft. Plus we examine the season and playoffs of Leo Komarov and discuss his likely future with the Islanders. We also have a Mathew Barzal question from a listener and a popular goalie as our Islanders Birthday of the Day. All this and much more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us B...
The Wild Are Buying Out Zach Parise and Ryan Suter, Would Either or Both of Them Fit In Well with the Islanders?
July 15, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBThe Minnesota Wild are buying out Zach Parise and Ryan Suter. Both of those players have ties to the Islanders. How would they fit into the Isles though and would Lou Lamoriello be interested in signing them? We break down the pros and cons of acquiring one or both players on today's show. Plus, we examine Travis Zajac's season and playoffs with the Islanders and how if at all, he fits into the team's future. All this and much more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. S...
Today We Have Part 2 of Our Crossover Episode with Erica Ayala of Locked On Kraken as We Discuss some Veterans and Mathew Barzal
July 14, 2021 04:22 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBToday we have part two of our special crossover episode with the Erica Ayala of Locked On Kraken. We discuss some veteran players Seattle may take in the expansion draft if they chose to go that route and what it will mean for the fans of Seattle and for Mathew Barzal to play in the Pacific Northwest. Plus we continue our look at the season each Isles player had as we examine Sebastian Aho's season and his future with the Islanders or elsewhere. We also have our Islanders birthday of the d...
Today We Are Joined by Erica Ayala of Locked On Kracken to Discuss Who Seattle May Want to Pick from the Isles in the Expansion Draft
July 13, 2021 04:22 - 28 minutes - 22.7 MBToday we have part one of my conversation with Erica Ayala of Locked On Kracken as we discuss who the Kracken may be interested in choosing from the Islanders roster in the expansion draft. Erica provides excellent insight into how the Kracken will be looking to build their team and how the Isles may fit into that plan. Plus we look at Ross Johnston's season with the Islanders and what role he may have on the team going forward. We also have our Islanders Birthday of the Day and a lot more...
Should the Islanders Look to Protect their Top Players in the Expansion Draft, Or Is It Better to Lose a Big Salary?
July 12, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBNew York Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello has tough decisions to make before the NHL Expansion Draft. Should he protect his high-salaried players like Jordan Eberle and Nick Leddy because the team is a legit Stanley Cup contender, or would losing them help the team free up cap space and add other players? We also continue our review of each player on the team with a look at Jean-Gabriel Pageau's 2020-21 season and a look at his future role with the team. And our Islanders birthday of the day is...
Today we Discuss Which Forwards the Islanders Should Protect in the Expansion Draft As Lou Lamoriello Has Some Tough Choices to Make
July 09, 2021 04:22 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBThe New York Islanders can protect seven forwards in the upcoming NHL Expansion Draft but who should they protect? Oliver Wahlstrom is exempt, but some tough choices have to be made and Lou Lamoriello will do all he can to protect as much of the team's core players as he can. We also examine the season and the future plans for Isles defenseman Thomas Hickey. Hickey has been through a lot in recent years but will he be back with the Islanders organization in 2021-22? we discuss the options o...
A Star Sniper Just Demanded a Trade and One Team He is Rumored to Be Interested In Is the New York Islanders, We Have the Latest
July 08, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBA star sniper demanded a trade yesterday and one of the teams he reportedly would waive his no movement clause to join is the New York Islanders. We have the latest about this player, what it might cost to get him and whether the he would fit into the Isles system and under their salary cap. Plus, we review the season of Kieffer Bellows and discuss what his future role with the Islanders may look like. Bellows has talent, but he has to find a way to earn more ice time and show the coaching ...
Who Should the Islanders Protect in the Expansion Draft, Nick Leddy or Scott Mayfield? Lou Lamoriello Has Some Tough Choices to Make
July 07, 2021 04:22 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBThe New York Islanders have some tough decisions to make before this month's NHL Expansion Draft which will stock the Seattle Kraken. Which defenseman will they protect: Nick Leddy or Scott Mayfield? We discuss the pros and cons for each player and choose which one is the favorite to be protected. Plus we discuss the past season for Michael Dal Colle and where he hits in to the Islanders future. The former first-round pick had his struggles this season but what is his future projection? Al...
Who Was the Islanders MVP This Season? We Debate That and Present Our Season Ending Team Awards
July 06, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBWho was the Islanders MVP this past season? There are a number of worthy candidates but our choice may surprise you. We also discuss the team's top rookie, best defenseman, best defensive forward and several more. Plus we analyze the contributions of defenseman Brayden Coburn and discuss his future with the Islanders. We also look back at a 4-time Stanley Cup winner on our Islanders Birthday of the Day and discuss some trade rumors circulating about the Islanders. All this and more on tod...
We Begin Our Player Reviews with a Look at Goalie Ilya Sorokin, How Did He Do Last Season and What Is His Future with the Team?
July 05, 2021 04:22 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBHow close are the New York Islanders to being able to win a Stanley Cup? After watching the first three games of the Stanley Cup Final, I think we have a pretty good idea. We discuss that on today's show. Plus, we start our offseason look at every player on the Isles roster by analyzing the season that rookie goalie Ilya Sorokin had. Did he live up to expectations? How did he fare in the playoffs and what is his future like with the Islanders? We also discuss a move or two GM Lou Lamoriell...
Today We Examine How the Isles Players Got Shutout at the NHL Postseason Awards and Why They Don't Get the Respect They Deserve
July 02, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 18 MBNo player on the New York Islanders took home a postseason award this year and that wasn't too surprising. Today we discuss who got some votes, whether they deserve better and why the Islanders players typically don't get as much respect as they deserve. We also see how high some of the current players stand on the team's all-time milestone lists at the end of the 2020-21 season and our Islanders Birthday of the Day features a very popular player on the current team. All this and more on t...
Lou Lamoriello Addressed the Media in His Season-Ending Press Conference, We Have an Analysis of What He Said and What It Means
July 01, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBNew York Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello addressed the media this week in his season-ending press conference. We discuss what he said about various free agents, injuries and the coming offseason and we break down what it means for the Isles. Can they keep Casey Cizikas? Kyle Palmieri? Plus the Isles announced where they intend to play their preseason and early-season games this coming fall and it's not at the Nassau Coliseum. We discuss this and what it means for the Islanders on today's show. ...
The Islanders Have Played Their Last Game at the Nassau Coliseum, We Discuss the State of the Team and Some Great Memories of the Old Barn with Gary Harding of WGBB Radio and the Isles Booster Club
June 30, 2021 04:22 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBThe New York Islanders have played their last game at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum and we are joined by Gary Harding of WGBB radio and the Islanders Booster Club to talk some Coliseum memories. Gary and Gil also discuss this year's playoff run and the upcoming offseason and what it will mean for the future of the team under Barry Trotz and Lou Lamoriello. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline AG...
Today We Discuss the Islanders Salary Cap Situation This Offseason, Who Will Stay and Who Will Go?
June 29, 2021 04:22 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBThe New York Islanders players packed up and headed home for the summer but there's still a lot going on. We discuss which players the Islanders may be able to keep this offseason and who may have to go elsewhere. We also have some key takeaways from the team's exit interviews including news on injuries, potential re-signings and a question from a listener on free agency. All this plus our Isles Birthday of the Day and a lot more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Sup...
The Islanders Fell One Goal Short of Reaching the Stanley Cup Final, We Discuss How this Loss Was a Mircocasm of the Team's Season
June 28, 2021 04:22 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBThe New York Islanders fell one goal short of forcing overtime in Game 7 and were eliminated by the Tampa Bay Lightning 1-0. We discuss this team's valiant effort and why Isles fans have a lot to be proud of. We also analyze how Game 7 was a microcosm of the Islanders weaknesses and why they were not quite able to get over the hump. The offseason starts now and we begin to look at what the team will do in the expansion draft, free agency and the NHL Entry Draft. All this and much more on ...
The Islanders Can Earn Their 1st Trip to the Stanley Cup Final Since 1984 Tonight as They Face the Lighting in Game 7
June 25, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBThe New York Islanders have a chance to go to the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 1984 when they face the Lightning tonight in Tampa. We have an in-depth preview of the game including exactly what Barry Trotz's team needs to do to win the hockey game. Plus we have the latest injury updates and a look back at some of the biggest Game 7s in Islanders history. All this and much more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Bui...
Beau Knows OT! The Isles Beat the Bolts 3-2 in OT to Force a Game 7 in Their Semifinal Series
June 24, 2021 04:22 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBThe New York Islanders found a way to overcome a 2-0 deficit and force OT where Anthony Beauvillier scored the game winner. The series with the Tampa Bay Lightning is all tied 3-3 and the Isles are one game away from their first trip to the Stanley Cup Final since 1984. We break down how they did it and look ahead to what you can expect in Game 7. Plus Lou Lamoriello wins another major NHL award and a big defenseman as our Islanders Birthday of the Day. All this and more on today's Locked...
The Islanders Season Is On the Line Tonight As they Host the Lightning in Game 6. Will This Be the Last Game at the Coliseum?
June 23, 2021 04:22 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBThe New York Islanders return home to the Nassau Coliseum and look to keep their season alive tonight when they host the Tampa Bay Lightning. We analyze what the Isles need to do differently to turn things around and win this game to force a Game 7. We also look at the NHL Department of Player Safety's decision on Mathew Barzal and how that affects the game tonight. All this and much more on today's episode of the Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our ...
Ouch! The Islanders Forgot to Show Up For Game 5 and Lost 8-0, We Look for Some Light at the End of That Dark Tunnel
June 22, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBThe New York Islanders suffered the worst playoff defeat in franchise history, an 8-0 defeat at the hands of the Tampa Bay Lightning. We explain what went wrong and how the Isles can respond to this. Plus, Mathew Barzal lost his cool and took a game misconduct, we discuss how that effected the team and what it means going forward. 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 place that ...
Ryan Pulock's Magical Last Second Play Saved the Isles and the Evened the Series with a Big 3-2 Win at Home
June 21, 2021 04:22 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBThe New York Islanders scored three goals in the third period and then held on for a 3-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lighting to even their Stanley Cup Playoff series at 2-2. Ryan Pulock made a game-saving play in the closing seconds to preserve the victory. We discuss how important that play was and how it will help make Pulock more of a household name around the league. We also discuss the turning point of the game and the strong second period which helped the Isles pull out the win. We also ...
The Islanders Offense Lacked Intensity and They Fell to the Lightning 2-1
June 18, 2021 04:22 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBThe New York Islanders fell to the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 at the Nassau Coliseum yesterday and now trail the series 2-1. We analyze the strong defense and goaltending but the Isles offense was lacking in several areas, we break it all down for you. And much to my surprise, the team's intensity and effort level didn't match the noise of the crowd at the Old Barn. We also look ahead to Game 4 and describe what the Isles need to do to even up the series. All this and much more on today's Lo...
The Islanders Return Home to Play Game 3 of their Series with the Lightning, We Discuss What They Need to Do Better Tonight to Get Back on Track
June 17, 2021 04:22 - 24 minutes - 17 MBThe New York Islanders host the Tampa Bay Lightning tonight in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Semifinal series at the Nassau Coliseum. The Old Barn will be rocking tonight for sure. We discuss the things the Islanders need to improve upon tonight to get back on the winning track and update you on the health of J.G. Pageau and Semyon Varlamov. Plus we have a full preview of this critical game. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our...
The Islanders Came Up Short and Lost to the Lightning 4-2 to Even the Series at 1-1
June 16, 2021 04:22 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBThe New York Islanders were unable to replicate their strong performance in Game 1 and fell to the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-2 in Game 2. The series is now tied 1-1. We discuss the little things the Isles did so well in Game 1 but weren't able to do in Game 2 plus they keys to bouncing back as we start to look ahead to Game 3. Why did the Isles fall short? We break it all down for you on today's show. All this and much more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us B...
The Islanders Have a Chance to Take a 2-0 Series Lead Tonight in Tampa Bay, We Preview the Game
June 15, 2021 04:22 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBThe New York Islanders face the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 2 of their Stanley Cup Semifinal round and the Isles have a chance to take a 2-0 lead in the series. We discuss the keys to victory for the Islanders and it's not as simple as keep doing what you're doing. We also analyze a subtle move by head coach Barry Trotz that helped minimize the Bolts home-ice advantage and helped shut down Tampa Bay's explosive attack. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Mart...
The Islanders Played a Smart Hockey Game and Downed the Lightning 2-1 to Take a 1-0 Series Lead
June 14, 2021 04:22 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBThe New York Islanders got goals from Mathew Barzal and Ryan Pulock and 30 saves from Semyon Varlamov to defeat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 and take a 1-0 lead in the NHL Stanley Cup Playoff Semifinal series. We explain the little things that made the difference for the Isles and how Barry Trotz managed to help shut down some of the top scorers in the Bolts lineup. We also discuss some unsung Isles heroes and look ahead at what you can expect in Game 2. All this and much more on today's L...
We Have a Special Bonus Crossover Episode with Adam Denker of LO Lightning as We Preview the Series Indepth
June 13, 2021 16:45 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MBThe New York Islanders are four wins away from reaching the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 1984 but to get there, they have to defeat the defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning. I'm joined by Adam Denker of Locked On Lightning as we break down the keys to the series. We give you insight and analysis you can't get anywhere else from each team's perspective. You don't want to miss this preview. All this and more on this special bonus episode of the Locked On Islanders...
What Is the Secret to the Islanders Playoff Success? We Discuss a Few of Them On Today's Show
June 11, 2021 04:22 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBThe New York Islanders created a magic moment at the Nassau Coliseum Wednesday when they eliminated the Boston Bruins. We discuss what made the game and the atmosphere so special at the Old Barn for Game 6. Plus, what is the secret of the Islanders playoff success? Here is a team without a superstar that finds ways to keep on winning. We break it all down for you on today's show. And we take a look ahead to the next series against the defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning. Al...
The Islanders Played Strong Team Defense and Eliminated the Bruins to Advance to the Conference Final
June 10, 2021 04:22 - 27 minutes - 19 MBBrock Nelson scored twice to help lead the New York Islanders to a 6-2 win over the Boston Bruins as they eliminated Boston in 6 games to advance to the Conference Final for the second straight year. We break down the fine team effort and outstanding defense the team played plus we discuss the home ice advantage as the crowd rocked the Old Barn. We also take a sneak peak ahead to the Tampa Bay Lightning who will be the Isles next opponent. All this and much more on today's Locked On Islan...
The Islanders Have a Chance to Win their Series with the Bruins Tonight at the Old Barn, We Have a Full Preview
June 09, 2021 04:22 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBThe New York Islanders return home to the Nassau Coliseum tonight with a chance to advance to the Conference Final for the second straight season as they host the Boston Bruins. We discuss the key matchups in this game plus some of the minor adjustments the Islanders made on their power play to help them score 3 goals on Monday night. We also discuss Bruce Cassidy's whining about the officiating in the series and what's really behind it. All this and much more on today's Locked On Islander...