A closer look at the leading candidates the Islanders might select in the NHL draft
The Islanders have the first overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, and the top three selections are looking pretty clear. Matthew Schafer Height: 6 ft 2 | Weight: 183 lbs Position: Defense | Team: Ellie Otters (OHL) Statistics: 7 goals, 15 assists (17 games) Overview: Schafer faced some setbacks this season, starting late due […]
Islanders can choose from three leading prospects for the 2025 NHL Draft.
Navigating the hierarchy of the 2025 NHL Draft seems relatively straightforward, especially with the upcoming appointment of a new president for the hockey division. This draft has certainly garnered attention, especially given the surprising events that unfolded on Monday night. The consensus top three picks appear to be defenseman Matthew Schaefer, followed closely by forwards […]
Islanders’ GM hunt may take a turn with Rob Blake following Kings separation
After a weekend where whispers about Kings Advisor Mark Bergevin’s future circulated, the focus now shifts to him being seen in Los Angeles. The quick response to Rob Blake’s departure as the Kings’ general manager was framed as a mutual decision on Monday. This raised questions about how the Islanders’ operating partner, John Collins, might […]
How Islanders’ eventual new GM hire can change tone of franchise
Lou Lamoriello always hid it pretty well, but the 82-year-old was far more open to analysis and new-age thinking than anyone would expect. He hasn’t vented advanced models or concepts like expected goals, and Patrick Roy, the last coach he hired, regularly cited statistics from Sportlogiq, a service that islanders use to track advanced statistics. […]
What Lou Lamoriello ouster means for Patrick Roy’s Islanders future
The islanders answered the biggest questions they had on the franchise on Tuesday, sending general manager Lula Moriello to go after he was in charge of seven seasons. The first question for anyone replacing him is what to do with the coaching and hockey operations staff. Coach Patrick Roy, assistants John McLean, Tommy Alberin, Benoit […]
The early candidates for next Islanders GM after Lou Lamoriello firing
See early candidates for Islander GM vacant seats: Ken Holland Almost every source the Post spoke on Tuesday mentioned the Netherlands in some capacity. The 69-year-old, who was a 22-season GM for the Red Wings before running the Oilers from 2019-24, is currently a consultant in the NHL’s hockey operations division. Holland’s name almost certainly […]
Lou Lamoriello out as Islanders GM in seismic shift after ugly season
The islander’s season hammer fell to Rula Moriero. Owners Scott Malkin and John Ledecky pulled the trigger on Tuesday. The general manager has launched what will mark an earthquake change for an organization that has been dominated by Lamoriello’s presence since being hired in 2018. Following the team’s announcement, operating partner John Collins will lead […]
Mat Barzal, Semyon Varlamov expect to be ready for Islanders training camp
Best news from breakup day for islanders: Matt Balzal and Semion Barramov both expect to be ready for training camp in September. Neither player had knee surgery, but they have yet to start skating on various issues, but both heard positive notes about the rehabilitation process ahead of the long summer. “I think I’m ready […]
The close-mouthed Islanders at breakup day speak for team’s current state
The roster of people who didn’t talk on the farewell day said it all. Anthony Duclair, who didn’t play the final eight games of the season after Patrick Roy called him in very strict conditions, was not heading for reporters. Roy didn’t talk either. Nor did General Manager Rumoliello. Pierre Enval was not there because […]
Islanders’ AHL affiliate’s brutal season raises eyebrows
Of the much needed islanders to watch this offseason this tough, here is what’s flying a bit under the radar: the condition of their AHL team. The Bridgeport Islanders have not yet officially finished the season, but two games were played and held a 15-48-4-3 record on Friday. Not only is it the final place […]