The last few games have been murder on the Isles.  Lee got stitches in Detroit.  Hickey took a puck to the visor against Pittsburgh.  Clutterbuck left the ice after a punch from Letang.  Eberle also left the third period and didn’t return Monday night.  Then don’t forget Ladd has been quietly absent for months now.  It’s been so long since …

Am I the only one who sings “Hot Potato” when the Isles are on a power play? The strategy behind constant passing is to confuse the defensemen and make the goalie lose sight of the puck… but that only has a hope of working if you ever, do indeed, shoot the puck.  Many teams use this strategy, and it works …

While the Islanders are on an extended break, lets take a look at the upcoming game on Saturday against the Nashville Predators. The Islanders lost their first game against the Predators by 1 goal. While the new defensive structure takes hold in the players minds, it was a much more impressive game than the season opener in Carolina. We saw …

The Islanders haven’t had much luck when it comes to taking on the Caroline Hurricanes. Fans were hoping to see that change tonight with Barry Trotz’s new systems in place. In some ways we did, in others, not so much. Shots on Goal Allowed: Let’s start with the bad. During the preseason we thought we had seen the last of …

Well, the New York Islanders have released their alternate jersey for the 2018-19 season. And the overall reaction around the island is a resounding…meh. It’s safe. But is it too safe? Let’s face it, there wasn’t a lot of risk taken here. And maybe that’s a good thing. Overall it’s positive, just not very exciting. Really what the fans care …

Hello, and welcome to first article of many to come regarding the New York Islanders 2018-2019 season! If you like what you see, please comment, follow or like as much as you please. This final game is the most important as you’ll see what most likely resembles the lineup for opening night next Thursday, October 4th.  The main changes you’ll …