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Calum Ritchie & Matias Maccelli Injuries Cause Major NY Islanders Line Changes

The New York Islanders are in a tough spot only eight games into the 2026-27 NHL regular season. No. 2 center Calum Ritchie exited their most recent game against the Toronto Maple Leafs, a 4-1 victory, after only 28 seconds with a lower-body injury.

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Islanders Issue Injury Updates

Despite defeating the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday, the New York Islanders lost a pair of top-six forwards to lower-body injuries. Both Calum Ritchie and Matias Maccelli exited the game in the first period, and the Islanders issued firm recovery timelines for each of them today.

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Islanders’ Maccelli, Ritchie to miss time with lower-body injuries

The New York Islanders will be without a pair of key forwards for at least a week. Head coach Peter DeBoer told reporters Monday, including Joe Pantorno of amNewYork, that Matias Maccelli and Calum Ritchie will not play this week as they continue to undergo evaluations for their respective injuries.

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Alexander Romanov News / New York Islanders On SI / October 19

NY Islanders Put Alexander Romanov on IR & Recall Veteran Forward

The New York Islanders were able to find some offensive rhythm in the second game of their road trip, defeating the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 for their fourth win of the season.

New York Islanders News / New York Islanders On SI / October 18

The Unsung Heroes Behind the NY Islanders: Puppies With a Purpose

Nobody denies that the New York Islanders franchise knows how to bring it on the ice, especially with a history featuring four consecutive Stanley Cup championships.

New York Islanders News / Field Level Media / October 17

Islanders get first road win of season as Leafs lose again

The New York Islanders secured their first road win of the season with a 4-1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday night. Anthony Duclair and Bo Horvat put the Islanders up 2-0 after 40 minutes and Simon Holmstrom secured the win with a pair of goals in the game's final six minutes as New York improved to 1-2-1 away from home.

New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / October 17

Islanders’ Calum Ritchie, Matias Maccelli leave game with injuries

The New York Islanders could be leaving their miniature, two-game road trip down two forwards. Center Calum Ritchie and winger Matias Maccelli each left Saturday’s 4-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs with lower-body injuries.

New York Islanders News / New York Islanders On SI / October 17

NY Islanders Make Massive Change To Line Combinations

The New York Islanders played the Ottawa Senators tough in their most recent game, but lost in a shootout, 2-1. Linus Ullmark was the first star, continuing his hot start to the season.

New York Islanders News / New York Islanders On SI / October 17

NY Islanders Fairly Viewed as Borderline Playoff Team in Recent Power Rankings

As the New York Islanders get closer to the 10-game mark, who they are going to be this season is still yet to be determined. Following a mostly quiet offseason, the Islanders came into the 2026-27 campaign as a team that has a wide range of outcomes.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Alexander Romanov News / New York Islanders On SI / October 16

Alexander Romanov Can Get Unique Support From NY Islanders Teammate

The New York Islanders were very excited to see a few of their key contributors who have been absent the last few years return to the ice in the preseason.

Semyon Varlamov News / New York Islanders On SI / October 16

Semyon Varlamov Proving NY Islanders Right by Trusting Him

One of the reasons that the 2025-26 season fell apart down the stretch for the New York Islanders was their over-reliance on starting goalie Ilya Sorokin.

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NHL News / New York Islanders On SI / October 15

NY Islanders Salvage Point in Sloppy Game Against Senators

The New York Islanders started a two-game road trip north of the border against the Ottawa Senators, who have gotten off to a strong start this season, and were unfortunately on the wrong end of a shootout loss.

Bo Horvat News / New York Islanders On SI / October 15

Bo Horvat Looking To Keep up Historic Start for NY Islanders

The New York Islanders picked up a victory in their most recent game against the Vancouver Canucks, creating some positive momentum heading into a two-game road trip north of the border that starts with a visit to the Ottawa Senators.

New York Islanders News / New York Islanders On SI / October 15

NY Islanders Have Major Lineup Changes for Senators Game

The New York Islanders were able to build some positive momentum ahead of their two-game road trip, beating the Vancouver Canucks 3-2 to wrap up their three-game homestand at UBS Arena with a 2-1-0 record.

Adam Pelech News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

How Adam Pelech became one of the NHL’s best (and most underrated) defensive defensemen

The art of the defensive defenseman is often lost on hockey fans. To be fair to the casual follower, it’s sometimes difficult to properly enjoy a defensive masterclass.

Matias Maccelli News / New York Islanders On SI / October 15

NY Islanders' Matias Maccelli Proving To Be a Great Signing So Far

The New York Islanders were able to pick up a win against the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday night to move back to the .500 mark at 3-3. In the win, they saw one of their offseason acquisitions continue to play well. Through six games, the Islanders have been able to survive without one of their key players in Mathew Barzal.

Kyle Palmieri News / New York Islanders On SI / October 14

Kyle Palmieri's Big Night Provides Optimism for NY Islanders

Recovering from a torn ACL is not going to keep Kyle Palmieri down for the New York Islanders, with the winger scoring two goals on the ice most recently against the Vancouver Canucks.

New York Islanders News / New York Islanders On SI / October 14

Another NY Islanders Blue Line Change Yields Positive Results

The New York Islanders didn’t play their best game against the Vancouver Canucks, but they were able to end their three-game homestand at UBS Arena on a high note, winning 3-2.

Matthew Schaefer News / New York Islanders On SI / October 14

NY Islanders Matthew Schaefer Skates Like This NHL Superstar

When the puck hits the stick of New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer, fans know something exciting is about to happen. Schaefer’s skating mixed with his stick-handling makes him one of the best defensemen in the NHL, and at 19 years old, he’s only going to get better.

Kyle Palmieri News / Field Level Media / October 13