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On YouTubeMatthew Schaefer News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 17
Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer drops nostalgic memory ahead of Maple Leafs matchup
Just nine points behind the Carolina Hurricanes in the Metropolitan Division, the New York Islanders are still very much in the playoff hunt. Taking defenseman Matthew Schaefer first overall in last summer’s NHL Draft has proven to be a masterstroke so far.
New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 17
Islanders’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs
The New York Islanders are in a heated playoff race with the Pittsburgh Penguins and Columbus Blue Jackets. Only two of those teams can get in through the Metropolitan Division spots, but the Wild Card spots are available as well.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 17
Ex-Islanders captain John Tavares drops ‘star’ label on Matthew Schaefer
The New York Islanders face the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night in Ontario. It is the first time Matthew Schaefer and the Islanders have visited former team captain John Tavares and the Leafs this season.
The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz
How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?
New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / March 17
Islanders sign Kashawn Aitcheson to entry-level contract
A punishing and talented blueliner has inked his first NHL contract. On Tuesday, the New York Islanders announced that the team has signed defenseman Kashawn Aitcheson to a three-year, entry-level contract.
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
Kashawn Aitcheson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 17
Islanders Sign Kashawn Aitcheson
The New York Islanders have signed 2025 first-round pick Kashawn Aitcheson to a three-year, entry-level contract. Aitcheson’s season with the OHL’s Barrie Colts came to a close on March 4th.
Matthew Schaefer News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 16
Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer to have huge cheering section at homecoming game vs Leafs
Teenager Matthew Schaefer has shown an astonishing amount of composure during his rookie NHL season, as he continues to make a massive impact on a New York Islanders squad that was an afterthought last season.
New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 16
Islanders’ Max Shabanov Out Day-To-Day
The New York Islanders’ Monday practice was laden with positive injury updates, including the brief return of Pierre Engvall, Alexander Romanov, and Sergei Varlamov at various points around practice.
Simon Holmstrom News / Field Level Media / March 14
Simon Holmstrom (2 goals), Isles edge sinking Flames
Simon Holmstrom scored consecutive goals late in the first period to cap a three-goal flurry Saturday night by the New York Islanders, who ensured they would maintain their spot in the Eastern Conference playoff race by edging the Calgary Flames 3-2 in Elmont, N.Y.
Matthew Schaefer News / NHL Trade Talk / March 14
Matthew Schaefer Sets an Unbelievable New NHL Record
Matthew Schaefer seemingly never seems to run out of ways to wow fans and analysts alike. Already a dominant 18-year-old rookie defenseman for the New York Islanders, he set a new record on Friday night in a 3-2 regulation loss to the Los Angeles Kings at UBS Arena.
NHL News / Field Level Media / March 14
Islanders see benefit of grabbing early lead against Flames
The New York Islanders finally learned Friday night they can't always come back and win after falling behind by multiple goals. But the Islanders won't have to wait long to try a new approach Saturday night, when they host the Calgary Flames in the final clash of the season between the teams in Elmont, N.Y.
NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 13
NHL Predictions: March 13th, New York Islanders vs Los Angeles Kings
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.
Anders Lee News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 12
Anders Lee’s latest comments on future will fire up Islanders fans
The New York Islanders made two significant moves at the NHL trade deadline. They traded for Brayden Schenn from the St Louis Blues and re-signed JG Pageau to a three-year deal.
NHL News / Field Level Media / March 10
Islanders erase 3-0 deficit for dramatic win over Blues
Mathew Barzal scored in overtime to complete an unlikely New York Islanders' comeback in a 4-3 road win over the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday. Down 3-0 midway through the second period, the Islanders scored three goals to force extra time.
NHL News / Yardbarker / March 10
Jonathan Quick close to matching NHL legend Patrick Roy on all-time list
A trying season for Jonathan Quick and the New York Rangers still includes some history for the veteran netminder.
Brayden Schenn News / NHL Trade Talk / March 10
Brayden Schenn ‘Got the Hint’ From Blues Ahead Trade to Islanders
When he was asked how he knew it was time to waive his no-trade clause and move on from St. Louis, center Brayden Schenn didn’t hold back on the feelings he got from the Blues organization on the way out.
William Eklund News / Breakaway on SI / March 8
Islanders Star Fined for Unsportsmanlike Conduct Against William Eklund
Bo Horvat of the New York Islanders has been fined $2,500 for unsportsmanlike conduct. Per the NHL Public Relations and National Hockey League’s Department
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.
New York Islanders News / Last Word On Sports / March 6
The New York Islander Reliable Veteran Signs a 3-Year Extension
The New York Islanders were active on the 2025-26 NHL Trade Deadline day, including landing the now former St. Louis Blue captain Brayden Schenn. They also announced that veteran Jean-Gabriel Pageau signs a three-year contract extension to stay on with the club.
Semyon Varlamov News / Daily Faceoff / March 6
Islanders’ Semyon Varlamov not expected to return for 2025-26 season
The New York Islanders got a bit more clarity on their crease in the wake of Friday’s Trade Deadline, as general manager Mathieu Darche announced that goaltender Semyon Varlamov is not expected to return to the lineup this season.
Jean-Gabriel Pageau News / Daily Faceoff / March 6
Islanders sign Jean-Gabriel Pageau to three-year extension
In the midst of the frenzy of the trade deadline, the New York Islanders took care of some internal business. The team announced on Friday that they have signed center Jean-Gabriel Pageau to a three-year contract extension.
New York Islanders News / EasySportz / March 6
New York Islanders Need Offense at the Deadline Bad
LONG ISLAND — The New York Islanders are getting the goaltending. The offense, however, is another story. Following back-to-back road losses in California
New York Islanders News / The Hockey Writers / March 3
Islanders’ 5-on-5 Struggles Continue to Limit Stanley Cup Potential
With the final sprint to the finish line ahead, the New York Islanders are aiming to cement their return to the postseason. We know their shortcomings; they have been the same for years.
Dmitry Gamzin News / The Hockey Writers / March 3
Islanders’ Dmitry Gamzin Is the KHL Goalie of the Week
New York Islanders goalie prospect Dmitry Gamzin was named the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) best goalie for the first time in his career after a strong week that saw him win both of his games, facing 31 shots (an average of 15.5 per game) and posting a strong .967 save percentage (SV%) and a 0.57 goals-against average (GAA).
Matthew Schaefer News / Yardbarker / March 1
Why Islanders' Matthew Schaefer is runaway favorite for NHL's Calder Trophy
Even though there is more than a month remaining in the 2025-26 NHL regular season, there is one individual award race that you can probably wrap up and stop discussing.
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