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Smoldering Avalanche another challenge for tested Islanders

The New York Islanders have fared well against the NHL's upper echelon this season. Good thing, because their tasks aren't getting any easier. The Islanders close out a seven-game homestand Thursday night when New York faces the red-hot Colorado Avalanche in the final regular-season meeting between the clubs in Elmont, N.Y.

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'I'm a grown man, I can stand up for myself': Mikko Rantanen responds to Patrick Roy's threat

In the final minute of that game, Stars forward Mikko Rantanen laid a vicious hit on Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov.

Bill Daly: 'If rink not completed, no NHLers going to the Olympics'

Stars' Tyler Seguin out long-term with ACL injury

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New York Islanders News / Field Level Media / December 2

Ilya Sorokin, Islanders snap Lightning's 7-game win streak

Bo Horvat and Anthony Duclair each scored a goal and Ilya Sorokin carried a shutout deep into the third period Tuesday night for the host New York Islanders, who snapped Tampa Bay's seven-game winning streak with a 2-1 victory in Elmont, N.Y.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / December 2

NHL Predictions Dec. 2 New York Islanders vs Tampa Bay Lightning

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our esteemed team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

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The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

Mathieu Darche News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 1

Islanders rumors: Mathieu Darche’s trade plans amid injury bug

The New York Islanders were one of the feel-good stories of the NHL season after a 6-1 road trip in early November. They were in second place in the Eastern Conference for a quick moment.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Kyle Palmieri News / Total Apex Sports / December 1

Islanders Get Bit By Injury Bug As Kyle Palmieri Suffers Brutal Torn ACL Injury

Just when you thought the New York Islanders were starting to look like a team that could actually make some noise, the injury bug bit again. And this time, it took a massive chunk out of their top six.

Kyle Palmieri News / Daily Faceoff / November 30

Islanders’ Kyle Palmieri placed on injured reserve

The New York Islanders have announced that they have placed winger Kyle Palmieri on injured reserve. The move should come as no surprise after it was announced on Saturday that Palmieri would miss the next six-to-eight months with an ACL tear.

Marc Gatcomb News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 30

Islanders recall forward Marc Gatcomb

The New York Islanders announced that forward Marc Gatcomb has been recalled from the team’s AHL affiliate, the Bridgeport Islanders. This recall comes in the aftermath of an injury suffered by veteran winger Kyle Palmieri.

Kyle Palmieri News / Field Level Media / November 29

Islanders' Kyle Palmieri has torn ACL, out 6-8 months

New York Islanders veteran forward Kyle Palmieri has a torn ACL and will be out six-to-eight months, the team announced Saturday. Palmieri was injured while vying for a loose puck with Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Jamie Drysdale during the second period of New York's 4-3 shootout loss on Friday.

New York Islanders News / Field Level Media / November 29

Isles eager to turn around fortunes on homestand in clash vs. Caps

A seven-game road trip for the New York Islanders earlier this month ended up as one of the most successful treks in franchise history. New York's current seven-game homestand, however, is shaping up as memorable for all the wrong reasons.

Kyle Palmieri News / Daily Faceoff / November 29

Islanders’ Kyle Palmieri out 6-8 months following ACL tear

The New York Islanders will be without winger Kyle Palmieri for the next 6-8 months as he recovers from an ACL tear in his left knee, the club announced Saturday afternoon.

Kyle Palmieri News / NHL Trade Talk / November 29

Islanders Lose Forward Kyle Palmieri Long-Term to Injury

The New York Islanders will be without forward Kyle Palmieri for the foreseeable future. Palmieri will miss 6–8 months while recovering from surgery to repair a torn ACL.

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Kyle Palmieri News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 29

Islanders veteran winger out six to eight months

ESPN’s Emily Kaplan reported that the Islanders were fearing the worst-case scenario when it came to winger Kyle Palmieri.

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New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 28

Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer on how Matt Martin’s kids have helped him amid whirlwind rookie season

There were a lot of hockey fans on Long Island who listed Matthew Schaefer among the things they were grateful for on Thanksgiving. The Islanders drafted Schaefer first overall in June, and he has already made an incredible impact on the ice.

Matthew Schaefer News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 26

Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer earns ultimate praise from GM after historic start

The New York Islanders have undeniably been electrified in the 2025-26 NHL season by the play of rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer. Selected first overall at the 2025 NHL Draft, Schaefer has immediately provided a huge impact on the ice for the Isles, who are certainly not having any regrets on their decision to go with Schaefer.

Henrik Tikkanen News / Inside The Rink / November 25

ECHL: Henrik Tikkanen Named Goaltender Week of the Week | 11/17-11/23/2025

Worcester Railers goaltender Henrik Tikkanen has been named the ECHL Goaltender of the Week for November 17th-23rd. In three games last week, Tikkanen posted a 3-0 record with a 0.97 GAA, .965SV%, and one shutout.

NHL News / Yardbarker / November 24

Five NHL players who surprisingly merit Olympic consideration

Five NHL players who surprisingly merit Olympic team consideration

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan are fast approaching, and excitement is building across the NHL for its return to the Games for the first time since Sochi in 2014.

Rangers HC Mike Sullivan's roster gamble pays off in win over Blues

Auston Matthews has become a better player despite Leafs' struggles

Toronto could find the answers to its bad form in Europe

Maple Leafs' William Nylander leads NHL in elite stat amid team struggles

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New York Islanders News / Last Word On Sports / November 23

New York Islanders Defender Out Long Term

The New York Islanders were hit with some tough injury news on Sunday. New York announced that veteran defenceman Alexander Romanov is out for five to six months and will undergo shoulder surgery.

NHL News / Yardbarker / November 19