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Islanders Assign Semyon Varlamov On LTIR Conditioning Stint

The Islanders announced Tuesday that they’ve sent goaltender Semyon Varlamov to AHL Bridgeport on a long-term injury conditioning loan. If he dresses, it will be his first appearance of any kind in well over a year.

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Islanders recall Victor Eklund ahead of potential NHL debut

The New York Islanders announced on Tuesday morning that they have recalled forwards Victor Eklund and Liam Foudy from their AHL affiliate in Bridgeport.

Matthew Schaefer News / The Hockey Writers / April 14

Islanders’ Disappointing Season Alleviated by Schaefer’s Breakout

The New York Islanders have officially missed the playoffs. Losing on both halves of a back-to-back against the Ottawa Senators and Montreal Canadiens has condemned the Isles to their fate.

New York Islanders News / EasySportz / April 13

Islanders Season Ends in Heartbreak

ELMONT, N.Y. — The wins were there. The goaltending was elite. The belief lasted longer than it probably should have. And yet, the 2025-26 season for the New York Islanders ended the only way a late-season collapse ever does — abruptly, quietly, and far short of where it once seemed destined to go.

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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?

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

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The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 13

Islanders Expected To Recall Top Prospect Victor Eklund

The New York Islanders are expected to recall top prospect and 2025 draft pick Victor Eklund from the AHL’s Bridgeport Islanders per NHL.com’s Stefen Rosner.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Peter DeBoer News / NHL Trade Talk / April 13

Islanders Coaching Move Backfires, DeBoer Can’t Save Season

The New York Islanders face a long offseason after a bold coaching gamble backfired. Firing Patrick Roy and hiring Peter DeBoer was meant to spark a late push, mirroring the Vegas Golden Knights and their newfound success under John Tortorella.

Peter DeBoer News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 12

Peter DeBoer Hopes Islanders Incorporate Youth Into Season Finale

The New York Islanders are officially eliminated from playoff contention. That will remove the organization’s top goal after firing head coach Patrick Roy and hiring Peter DeBoer in a shocking, April decision.

New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / April 12

Islanders officially eliminated from 2026 Stanley Cup playoff contention

A disappointing end to what was a promising season on Long Island. After losing to the Montreal Canadiens in regulation on Sunday, the New York Islanders were officially eliminated from contending for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 10

New York Islanders May Retain Patrick Roy

Even after firing him as the head coach a few days ago, the relationship between the New York Islanders and Patrick Roy may not be fully severed. According to Stefen Rosner of The Hockey News (and first reported by ESPN’s Emily Kaplan), there is a growing likelihood that the Islanders will retain Roy in a scouting capacity.

Patrick Roy News / NHL Trade Talk / April 10

Patrick Roy might not leave Islanders organization after all

After reports surfaced that Emily Kaplan suggested former New York Islanders coach Patrick Roy could remain with the Islanders in a scouting role, talk about what this would mean for the team was widely discussed by Isles fans this week.

Matthew Schaefer News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 10

Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer ties NHL record during Maple Leafs win

New York Islanders rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer tied an NHL record on Thursday night, scoring his 23rd goal of the season in a 5-3 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Matthew Schaefer News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 10

Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer reveals veteran’s joke after tying NHL record

New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer has made NHL history all season long. He is putting the finishing touches on one of the best rookie seasons of all-time.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / April 9

Islanders bombard Maple Leafs to secure crucial win

The New York Islanders secured a sorely needed two points with a 5-3 win over the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs in their first game with Peter DeBoer as head coach.

Matthew Schaefer News / Daily Faceoff / April 9

Islanders' Matthew Schaefer ties single-season rookie defenseman goals record

Matthew Schaefer’s incredible rookie season continues to get more and more historic, as the New York Islanders defenseman has tied the record for most goals by a rookie defenseman in a single season.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 9

NHL Predictions: New York Islanders vs Toronto Maple Leafs, April 9

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.

New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / April 8

Were the Islanders prioritizing flair over fit with Pete DeBoer hiring?

The New York Islanders stunned the hockey world when they parted ways with head coach Patrick Roy and brought in Pete DeBoer as head coach, but is DeBoer the guy to fix their project?

The '1979-83 New York Islanders' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 5