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On YouTubeMatthew Schaefer News / Daily Faceoff / April 3
What’s at Stake in the NHL: Will Islanders’ Schaefer make history tonight?
Welcome to the home stretch of the 2025-26 NHL season. This deep into the schedule, something significant is on the line virtually every day, whether it’s a playoff spot, division title to clinch or a major individual milestone.
New York Islanders News / The Lead / April 2
Calum Ritchie Has Benefited Most From Islanders’ Brayden Schenn Trade
The 2025-26 season for the New York Islanders has gone better than many expected. While sitting in a playoff spot around the trade deadline, General Manager Mathieu Darche looked to reward the team by upgrading the roster via trade.
Mikhail Grabovski News / Daily Faceoff / April 1
Former NHLer Mikhail Grabovski charged following alleged assault of hockey coach
A popular name in the greater Toronto area is in some trouble.
The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?
New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 31
Islanders dealt key forward injury amid Stanley Cup Playoffs chase
The New York Islanders lost their biggest game of the season to the Pittsburgh Penguins 8-3 on Tuesday. It shot Pittsburgh into the second spot in the Metropolitan Division, while the Isles sit in third.
The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup
In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best
New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 31
Islanders’ Patrick Roy reveals advice to Ilya Sorokin amid demanding stretch
As the New York Islanders look to run at the playoffs in 2026, they are in a demanding stretch of the season. This has put a lot of pressure on goaltender Ilya Sorokin.
Emil Heineman News / The Hockey Writers / March 31
Emil Heineman Has Quietly Become a Major Depth Contributor for the Islanders
When you think of the pillars of success the New York Islanders have built around this season, the names that come to mind are Matthew Schaefer, Mat Barzal, Bo Horvat, Ilya Sorokin, and the stars of that roster.
NHL News / Yardbarker / March 30
Sidney Crosby moves up all-time list in Penguins' offensive explosion
In a battle between two teams fighting to secure a playoff spot, the Pittsburgh Penguins dominated the New York Islanders to the tune of 8-3 on Monday night.
NHL News / Field Level Media / March 29
Islanders, Penguins in playoff mode with second place on line
The New York Islanders and Pittsburgh Penguins square off in a battle for second place in the Metropolitan Division when they face each other in Elmont, N.Y., on Monday.
Matthew Schaefer News / Field Level Media / March 28
Matthew Schaefer's assists, Islanders’ five-goal period subdue Panthers
Matthew Schaefer collected a pair of assists to tie the team record for points by a rookie defenseman as the New York Islanders scored five goals in the second period and rallied for a critical 5-2 victory over the visiting Florida Panthers on Saturday afternoon in Elmont, N.Y.
Ilya Sorokin News / The Hockey Writers / March 28
Islanders’ Ilya Sorokin Should Be the Vezina Trophy Favorite
Ilya Sorokin has been one of the best players in the NHL this season. The Russian goaltender has been the catalyst for the New York Islanders‘ return to form this season.
NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 28
NHL Predictions: New York Islanders vs Florida Panthers, March 28th
Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.
Matthew Schaefer News / Field Level Media / March 27
Matthew Schaefer, Islanders set sights on Panthers
At some point, Matthew Schaefer's standout debut season may see him break the team record for points by a rookie defenseman. Of greater urgency for the New York Islanders is improving their position in a crowded Eastern Conference playoff race.
Tony Deangelo News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 27
Islanders’ Tony DeAngelo Out One To Two Weeks
The Islanders won’t have their #2 right-side defender for the next three to five games. The team announced at puck drop of last night’s 2-1 win over the Stars that Tony DeAngelo will miss one to two weeks with a lower-body injury.
Tony Deangelo News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 24
Islanders’ Tony DeAngelo leaves key Blackhawks tilt with injury
If the New York Islanders are serious about making it to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, they need to win games like Tuesday night’s battle with the Chicago Blackhawks.
Isaiah George News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 24
Islanders To Recall Isaiah George
The New York Islanders recalled defenseman Isaiah George from the AHL’s Bridgeport Islanders today, reports The Hockey News’ Stefen Rosner. A lower-body injury will keep veteran defenseman Ryan Pulock sidelined on a day-to-day basis, so the team has added George from the AHL to help manage Pulock’s absence.
New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 24
Islanders Sign Josh Kotai To Two-Year Contract
The Islanders announced they’ve signed college free agent goaltender Josh Kotai to a two-year, entry-level contract. Terms were not disclosed, although the deal presumably begins next season.
Ilya Sorokin News / Yardbarker / March 22
Islanders' Ilya Sorokin makes franchise history with latest shutout
A big reason why the New York Islanders have contended this season has been the play in net by goaltender Ilya Sorokin.
NHL News / Yardbarker / March 19
Islanders rookie sensation Matthew Schaefer achieves another big milestone
New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer is not only running away with NHL's Rookie of the Year race, he also continues to do things no other 18-year-old defenseman has ever done.
Patrick Roy News / Breakaway on SI / March 19
Patrick Roy Marvels at Islanders Defenseman's Historic Rookie Season
Patrick Roy has watched plenty of elite hockey players throughout his Hall of Fame career. The legendary goaltender turned coach still finds himself impressed daily by what Matthew Schaefer accomplishes on the ice for the Islanders.
Brayden Schenn News / NHL Trade Talk / March 8
Islanders Convinced Schenn to Accept Trade In Critical Meeting
Brayden Schenn accepted a trade to the New York Islanders on trade deadline day, but he might not have had Patrick Roy and Mathieu Darche gotten in a room with the former St.
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