New York Islanders News, Updates & Highlights
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Stars Face Off Against Islanders in NHL Season Opener
Friday, Oct 11th, 2024
Dallas Stars (1-0) face NY Islanders (0-0-1) on Saturday at 8 PM EDT. Dallas won 4-3 over Nashville; NY tied 4-4 with Florida in their last game.
Utah Triumphs Over Islanders in Overtime, Guenther Secures Win with Crucial Second Goal
Thursday, Oct 10th, 2024
Josh Doan tied it for Utah with a minute left, and Dylan Guenther scored the OT winner, sealing a 5-4 home opener victory against the New York Islanders.
Stanley Cup Winner Kyle Okposo Hangs Up His Skates After 17 NHL Seasons
Thursday, Sep 19th, 2024
Kyle Okposo, ex-captain of the Islanders and Sabres, retires after 17 NHL seasons. He ends his career with a Stanley Cup win with the Panthers, scoring 242 goals and 372 assists.
New York Islanders Ink Forward Simon Holmstrom to One-Year Deal
Tuesday, Jul 16th, 2024
The New York Islanders signed Simon Holmstrom to a one-year deal. Last season, Holmstrom scored 15 goals and 10 assists in 75 games with the team.
Islanders Enhance Scoring Depth with Free Agent Signing of Forward Anthony Duclair
Monday, Jul 1st, 2024
Islanders sign forward Anthony Duclair to a 4-year, $14M deal to boost offensive depth and compete in the Metropolitan Division.
Toronto Maple Leafs Appoint Lane Lambert as Associate Coach Following His Exit from the Islanders
Wednesday, Jun 5th, 2024
The Toronto Maple Leafs name Lane Lambert as associate coach, replacing Dean Chynoweth who won't return next season.
Jimmy Vesey, New York Rangers Forward, Sidelined Week-to-Week Due to Upper Body Injury; Potential Replacements Explored
Saturday, May 25th, 2024
Rangers' Vesey sidelined week-to-week due to an upper-body injury from Game 2 hit by Panthers' Lomberg. Rangers tied series 1-1 with a 2-1 OT win.
Islanders and Blackhawks Swap Picks, Chicago Climbs Draft Order
Friday, May 24th, 2024
In the 2024 NHL draft, the Blackhawks traded for the 18th & 50th picks from the Islanders, giving up the 20th, 54th & 61st picks.
Carolina Hurricanes Knock Out New York Islanders with Fortunate Ricochets in Game 5 Win
Wednesday, May 1st, 2024
Hurricanes beat Islanders with hard-fought win & lucky goals, advancing to face Rangers in round 2.
Hurricanes Secure Series Win Over Islanders, Advancing After 6-3 Victory in Game 5
Tuesday, Apr 30th, 2024
Hurricanes beat Islanders 6-3, clinch series in 5 games. Drury and Noesen's quick goals seal the win. They face Rangers next.
Game 5 of NHL Playoffs: New York Islanders vs. Carolina Hurricanes in Crucial Matchup
Monday, Apr 29th, 2024
Carolina Hurricanes (3-1) face New York Islanders (39-27-16) in Game 5. Carolina at -250, Islanders at +204. Over/Under: 5.5.
Barzal's Double-Overtime Performance Prevents Islanders from Being Swept by Hurricanes
Saturday, Apr 27th, 2024
Barzal's double OT goal wins Game 4 for Islanders 3-2 vs. Hurricanes, forcing Game 5 in Raleigh. His two goals turned the tide, keeping playoff hopes alive.
Islanders Secure Game 5 by Winning in Overtime, Barzal Clinches 3-2 Victory
Saturday, Apr 27th, 2024
Barzal's 2OT goal gives Islanders a 3-2 win over Hurricanes in Game 4, avoiding a sweep. Pageau scores, Varlamov saves 42. Game 5 is Tuesday in Raleigh.
Carolina Hurricanes Poised for Series Sweep Against New York Islanders in Fourth Game
Friday, Apr 26th, 2024
Canes (52-23-7), up 3-0, face Islanders (39-27-16) in Game 4, NHL playoffs. Carolina favored (-184), O/U at 5.5.
Islanders Down 3-2, On Verge of Elimination Amid Ongoing Sorokin Performance Issues
Thursday, Apr 25th, 2024
In Game 3, the Hurricanes beat the Islanders 3-2. NY now faces elimination. Despite goalie changes from Sorokin to Varlamov, victory eluded them. Coach and team stay focused.
Hurricanes Defense Shines in Game 3 Victory, Moving Team Nearer to Second Round: Canes Overcome Islanders
Thursday, Apr 25th, 2024
Hurricanes best Islanders 3-2 in Game 3, nearing second round. Burns, Orlov, and Aho score. Nelson, Engvall rally falls short. Andersen with 29 saves.
Hurricanes Seek to Complete Series Sweep against Islanders in Game 3 of NHL Playoffs
Wednesday, Apr 24th, 2024
Hurricanes lead Islanders 2-0 in NHL playoffs. Aho drives Carolina's attack; Palmieri is key for NY.
Carolina Hurricanes Stun New York Islanders by Scoring Game-Tying and Winning Goals in Just 9 Seconds
Monday, Apr 22nd, 2024
Carolina Hurricanes beat NY Islanders with 2 goals in 9 secs for a 2-0 series lead. Martinook and Aho set a playoff record for fastest tie and win goals.
Islanders Concede Victory to Hurricanes in Game 2 After Stunning 5-3 Comeback
Monday, Apr 22nd, 2024
Carolina Hurricanes rallied from 3-0 to defeat the NY Islanders 5-3 in Game 2 for a 2-0 series lead. Aho tied it at 3-3, Martinook sealed the win seconds later.
Game 2 of NHL Playoffs: Hurricanes Take On Islanders - Will Carolina Secure a Win?
Sunday, Apr 21st, 2024
Islanders (39-27-16) face Hurricanes (52-23-7) in NHL playoffs Game 2. Carolina leads series 1-0 and is favored by -250. O/U at 5.5.
Carolina Hurricanes Triumph Over New York Islanders in Gritty Game 1 Victory
Saturday, Apr 20th, 2024
With 34 saves from Andersen, Hurricanes beat the Islanders 3-1. Noesen and Necas scored crucial goals, but despite Varlamov's 23 saves, NYI fell short.
Game Summary: Islanders Clinch Playoff Spot with 5-4 Victory Over Penguins in Season Closer
Wednesday, Apr 17th, 2024
Islanders beat Penguins 5-4; Holmstrom scores key goal. Sorokin saves 39 shots, blocks Crosby's penalty shot. Islanders to face Carolina in playoffs, Penguins out again.
Pittsburgh Penguins Face Off Against the Islanders in a Metropolitan Division Showdown
Tuesday, Apr 16th, 2024
NY Islanders vs. Pittsburgh Penguins: Islanders aim for 5th home win, sitting 3rd in division. Penguins, 5th, target victory. Watch for Palmieri & Malkin.
Islanders Secure Playoff Spot After 4-1 Win Against Devils, With Outstanding Performances from Palmieri and Nelson
Monday, Apr 15th, 2024
Islanders secure playoffs by beating Devils 4-1. Palmieri & Nelson score & assist. Varlamov saves 23. Now 3rd in Metropolitan, 8-game point streak.
Islanders vs. Devils: Crucial Battle for Position in Metropolitan Division Rankings
Sunday, Apr 14th, 2024
Islanders (3rd place, 37-27-16) vs. Devils (7th place, 38-38-5) on April 24 at 7 p.m. EDT. Last game: Devils won 4-0.
New York Islanders Secure Playoff Berth Despite Shootout Defeat to Arch-rival New York Rangers
Saturday, Apr 13th, 2024
Islanders fell 3-2 in a shootout to Rangers, marking their 16th OT loss. Despite this, they still control their playoff destiny with 2 games left.
Rangers Achieve Record-Breaking 54th Victory, Panarin's Shootout Brilliance Secures Win Over Islanders
Saturday, Apr 13th, 2024
Panarin stars as Rangers beat Islanders 3-2 in shootout, ending their 6-game streak. Shesterkin stops 33; Trocheck scores. Rangers eye Presidents' Trophy.
Islanders Seek to Continue Winning Streak in Face-Off with Rangers on Broadway
Friday, Apr 12th, 2024
First-place Rangers face the Islanders, third in the Metro, this Saturday. It's their 4th season match; Isles won the last three. Panarin (115 pts) vs. Horvat (68 pts) leads the charge.
Islanders Achieve Sixth Consecutive Win in Overtime Triumph Against Canadiens
Thursday, Apr 11th, 2024
Kyle Palmieri's OT goal seals Islanders' 6th consecutive win, 3-2 against Canadiens. Engvall and Cizikas score for NY; Caufield and Harris for Montreal. Varlamov saves 13.
Islanders Aim for Sixth Consecutive Victory Facing Canadiens in Division Matchup
Wednesday, Apr 10th, 2024
Islanders (19-10-10 at home), on a 5-game win streak, host Canadiens (14-16-8 away). Key players: Horvat (33G, 35A), Barzal (11pts in 10), Suzuki (33G, 42A).
Laviolette Criticizes 'Brutal' Hits from Islanders Following Rangers' 4-2 Defeat
Tuesday, Apr 9th, 2024
Rangers coach Laviolette labels hits by Islanders as vicious in 4-2 loss. Zibanejad and Trocheck injured by Pelech and Dobson, deemed accidental by Isles coach Roy.
Islanders Triumph Over Rangers 4-2, Stretching Winning Streak to Five Games
Tuesday, Apr 9th, 2024
Islanders beat Rangers 4-2, extending win streak to 5. Horvat scores & assists Palmieri's winner; Dobson gets 2 assists. Kreider, Fox score for Rangers.
Titans Collide: The Battle of New York as Rangers and Islanders Face Off in Metropolitan Showdown
Monday, Apr 8th, 2024
Rangers lead the Metropolitan Division & face the Islanders, winners of 4 straight. Rangers are 17-6-0; Islanders 10-7-5. Zibanejad scored twice in their last 5-2 win.
Islanders Secure 2-0 Victory Against Predators, Varlamov Achieves Shutout in Quest for Playoffs
Saturday, Apr 6th, 2024
Varlamov's 41 saves led the Islanders to beat the Predators 2-0, moving 2 points ahead of Philly & Pittsburgh for 3rd in the East. Goals by Dobson & Palmieri ended a 10-game skid.
NHL Playoff Showdown: Islanders vs. Predators Fight for Dominance
Friday, Apr 5th, 2024
Predators (44-28-4) vs. Islanders (34-27-15). Last time, Preds won 3-1, Forsberg scored 2. Horvat leads Islanders; Josi tops Preds.
Islanders Secure 4-2 Victory over Blue Jackets, Sustaining Hope for Wild-Card Spot
Thursday, Apr 4th, 2024
Noah Dobson's decisive goal led the Islanders to a 4-2 victory over the Blue Jackets, boosting their playoff chances. Engvall, Horvat, and Sorokin (25 saves) shined.
Islanders and Blue Jackets Face Off: A Preview of the Playoff Landscape in the Metropolitan Division
Wednesday, Apr 3rd, 2024
Blue Jackets (25-38-12) face Islanders (33-27-15). Nylander scored twice last game; Dobson & Horvat have 13 points in 10 games. #NHLFaceoff
Islanders Secure 2-1 Win Over Blackhawks Thanks to Goals from Horvat and Holmstrom
Tuesday, Apr 2nd, 2024
Horvat and Holmstrom's third-period goals led the Islanders to a 2-1 victory over the Blackhawks on Tuesday. Sorokin saved 18 shots, closing in on the Capitals.
Blackhawks vs. Islanders: A Crucial NHL Clash - Betting Odds and Key Matchup Preview
Tuesday, Apr 2nd, 2024
Tonight at 7:30 p.m. EDT, the NY Islanders (32-27-15) face the Chicago Blackhawks (22-47-5). Odds: Islanders -245, Blackhawks +197. O/U: 5.5.
Brock Nelson Clinches 4-3 Overtime Victory for Islanders Against Flyers, Boosting Playoff Aspirations
Monday, Apr 1st, 2024
Brock Nelson's OT goal lifted the Islanders to a 4-3 win over the Flyers, fueling playoff hopes. Lee, Horvat, and Martin scored for NY; Frost, Cates, Sanheim for PHI.
Islanders vs. Flyers: Philadelphia Aims to Halt Skid in Clash Within the Metropolitan Division
Sunday, Mar 31st, 2024
Flyers (36-29-10) vs. Islanders (31-27-15) clash. Philly is on a 4-game losing streak and NY is 2-7-1 recently. Konecny leads Flyers; Palmieri tops Islanders.
Lightning Push Point Streak to Nine Following 4-1 Victory Against Islanders, Stamkos Reaches 30 Goals
Saturday, Mar 30th, 2024
Lightning win 4-1 against Islanders, marking 9th straight point. Stamkos hits 30th goal; Cirelli scores 2 with an assist. Raddysh nets one; Vasilevskiy saves 28. Palmieri scores for Isles; Varlamov stops 38. Lightning now 8-0-1 since March 7; Islanders at 2-7-1 in 10 games.
NHL Eastern Showdown: Lightning Seeks Fourth Home Victory Over Islanders at Amalie Arena
Friday, Mar 29th, 2024
Tampa Bay Lightning (40-25-7) face NY Islanders (31-26-15) Sat. night. Tampa aims to continue 3-game home win streak, NY seeks to break slump (3-6-1).
Varlamov's Superior Performance and Pageau's Scoring Lead Islanders Over Panthers, Ensuring Panthers' Spot in the Playoffs
Thursday, Mar 28th, 2024
Varlamov's 27 saves & Pageau's key goal led Islanders to a 3-2 win over Panthers, securing a playoff spot for Florida despite the defeat.
Islanders Seek to Break Away Losing Streak in Critical Metropolitan Division Matchup with Panthers
Wednesday, Mar 27th, 2024
NY Islanders (30-26-15) take on Florida Panthers (46-21-5) tonight at 7 p.m. EDT. Florida aims to end NY's 4-game road losing streak. Big game for both teams.
Hughes and Meier Propel Devils to a 4-0 Victory Over the Islanders
Sunday, Mar 24th, 2024
NJ Devils beat NY Islanders 4-0 with goals from Hughes, Meier, Holtz, Tierney. Kahkonen got his first shutout. Islanders lag in wild-card race.
Metrodome Showdown: Islanders Welcome Devils - Game Overview, Betting Lines, and Health Report
Sunday, Mar 24th, 2024
Islanders (30-25-15) face Devils (34-33-4) in a close Metro Division game. Islanders favored; Devils in form. Nelson vs. Bratt in scoring. Islanders lead series.
New York Islanders End 6-Game Slide with 6-3 Victory against Winnipeg Jets
Saturday, Mar 23rd, 2024
Islanders snapped a 6-game skid, beating the Jets 6-3. Clutterbuck netted 2, Barzal & Fasching scored and assisted twice. Hellebuyck allowed 5 goals. Playoff hopes linger.
Winnipeg Jets Seek to Continue Winning Streak in Match Against Faltering New York Islanders
Friday, Mar 22nd, 2024
Islanders, on a 6-game losing streak, battle division-top Jets. Horvat (29G, 33A) leads Islanders; Morrissey (8G, 49A) tops Jets. Jets won last clash 4-2.
Larkin Nets Two Goals and Copp Makes Scoring Comeback as Red Wings Triumph Over Islanders 6-3
Thursday, Mar 21st, 2024
Dylan Larkin's comeback powered the Red Wings to a 6-3 victory over the Islanders. Scoring twice, with Copp also netting two, Detroit snapped a 20-game skid and secured their third win in four games.
Detroit Red Wings Gear Up for Key Divisional Clash with New York Islanders
Wednesday, Mar 20th, 2024
Detroit Red Wings (35-28-6) face New York Islanders (29-24-15) on Thursday, 7 p.m. EDT. Red Wings 2 wins in 10; Islanders 5-4-1. Top scorers: DeBrincat (DET) 23 goals, Horvat (NY) 29 goals.
Jarvis Scores Twice, Guentzel Aids as Hurricanes Overpower Islanders
Tuesday, Mar 19th, 2024
Jarvis nets two and Guentzel racks up three points, leading Hurricanes to 4-1 victory against Islanders. Kochetkov saves 30, Sorokin stops 31.
Ex-NHL Forward Chris Simon, Who Won Stanley Cup with Avalanche, Passes Away at 52
Tuesday, Mar 19th, 2024
Ex-NHL enforcer Chris Simon, known for his toughness and winning a Stanley Cup with the Avalanche, has died at 52. He had a 13-year career across seven teams.
Carolina Hurricanes Aim for Top Spot in Division During Battle Against New York Islanders
Monday, Mar 18th, 2024
Carolina Hurricanes (2nd in Metropolitan) play their 4th season game against NY Islanders (5th). Following a 7-2 win over Senators, they aim for victory.
Lindgren Suffers Leg Injury as Rangers Topple Islanders 5-2 for Fourth Consecutive Victory
Sunday, Mar 17th, 2024
Rangers' Lindgren was injured in their 5-2 win against the Islanders, hurting his leg after a hit by Pageau. He's feared to have a knee injury. #RangersLeadMetro
Islanders Fall to Rangers 4-2, Brodzinski Nets Decisive Goal
Sunday, Mar 17th, 2024
Jonny Brodzinski's goal led the NY Rangers to beat the Islanders 4-2. Zibanejad, Cuylle, Kakko, and Lafreniere scored; Shesterkin saved 25. Horvat scored 2 for the Islanders.
NHL Metropolitan Division Face-Off: Islanders at Rangers for Crucial Metro Battle
Sunday, Mar 17th, 2024
NY Rangers, 1st in standings, host the Islanders in a slump. Lead series 1-0 after a 6-5 OT win. Kreider leads with 33G, 31A; Barzal leads Isles with 20G, 49A.
Tkachuk's Hat Trick in Overtime Leads Senators to 4-3 Win Against Islanders
Saturday, Mar 16th, 2024
Brady Tkachuk's OT goal, completing a hat trick, secured a 4-3 win for the Senators over the Islanders. Horvat tied it late, but Tkachuk clinched Ottawa's 3rd win in a row.
Senators Visit Islanders in Metropolitan Division Points Clash
Friday, Mar 15th, 2024
On Saturday in Elmont, NY, the 8th-place Ottawa Senators (27-33-4) battle the 4th-place NY Islanders (29-22-14). Ottawa won their last vs Columbus; NY is 6-4-0 recently.
Buffalo Sabres Achieve Third Consecutive Win With Shutout Against Islanders
Thursday, Mar 14th, 2024
Sabres beat Islanders 4-0, on a 3-game win streak for playoffs. Luukkonen's 5th season shutout. Olofsson, Cozens, Benson scored in 2nd period.
Islanders and Sabres Face Off: A Crucial Encounter Between Metropolitan and Atlantic Divisions
Wednesday, Mar 13th, 2024
Buffalo Sabres face New York Islanders in a Metro Division clash Thurs, 7 p.m. EDT. Buffalo seeks to build on a 7-3 win; NYI looks to bounce back.
Rittich Achieves Sixth Season Shutout as Kings Dominate Islanders 3-0, Kempe Reaches 20 Goal Milestone
Tuesday, Mar 12th, 2024
David Rittich's 26 saves led the LA Kings to a 3-0 victory over the NY Islanders, ending their 6-win streak. Kempe hit his 20th goal, with Moore and Danault scoring too, capping the Kings' 3-1-1 homestand.
Palmieri's Hat Trick Leads New York Islanders to 6-1 Victory Over Anaheim Ducks, Stretching Winning Streak
Sunday, Mar 10th, 2024
The Islanders won their 6th straight, defeating the Ducks 6-1. Palmieri netted his 20th of the season, while Horvat's streak hit 3 games. Six Islanders scored; Varlamov saved 22. Killorn's streak reached 4, but the Ducks have dropped 3 of 4.
Islanders Target Seventh Consecutive Victory in Monday Night Clash with Kings
Monday, Mar 11th, 2024
The 4th-place Islanders, on a 6-game win streak, face 3rd-place Kings seeking their own streak in LA. Key players: Fiala, Danault (Kings) vs. Barzal, Nelson (Islanders). LA favored; NY strong away.
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