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Islanders place D Alexander Romanov (upper body) on IR

The New York Islanders placed defenseman Alexander Romanov on injured reserve Wednesday because of an upper-body injury. Romanov was hurt with 27 seconds left in the Islanders' 3-2 road win over Dallas when Stars forward Mikko Rantanen hit him from behind and hurtled him headfirst into the back boards.

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Islanders place defenseman Alexander Romanov on IR

Upper-body injuries are becoming a significant theme for Romanov. The 25-year-old blueliner missed 18 games due to upper-body ailments last season, and has already missed five this year for the same reason.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 19

Patrick Roy Erupts After Controversial Rantanen Hit: Will NHL React to Threat?

It doesn’t appear Mikko Rantanen will receive any supplemental discipline, but he’s going to need to have his head on a swivel the next time the New York Islanders and Dallas Stars meet.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 18

2-Goal 3rd Period Gives Islanders 3-2 Win Over Stars

The New York Islanders (11-7-2) scored two in the third period, including one shorthanded, to defeat the Dallas Stars (12-5-3) 3-2 at American Airlines Center on Tuesday night.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / November 19

Isles-Stars game ends with ejection, review and screaming

Islanders-Stars game ends with ejection, review and Patrick Roy screaming

The New York Islanders' 3-2 win over the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night ended with complete mayhem.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

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Matthew Schaefer News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 18

Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer on verge of even more NHL history

The New York Islanders’ blue line has been completely transformed by the addition of rookie sensation Matthew Schaefer. The 18-year-old is leading all NHL freshmen with seven goals and 15 points, making a convincing case for the Calder Trophy through the first quarter of the 2025-26 season.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / November 18

NHL Predictions: November 18th New York Islanders vs Dallas Stars

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Lou Lamoriello News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 17

Lou Lamoriello is not totally gone from Islanders’ front office

Longtime executive Lou Lamoriello might have taken a step back from running the New York Islanders’ front office last summer, but that doesn’t mean he isn’t still having his voice heard around the building.

Matthew Schaefer News / NHL Trade Talk / November 15

Islanders’ Star Matthew Schaefer Just Made NHL History in Overtime

The New York Islanders have a budding star on their hands, and he’s making NHL history almost nightly. Matthew Schaefer, just 18 years and 70 days old,

Matthew Schaefer News / Last Word On Sports / November 15

The Undrafted Free Agent Dominating College Hockey example, Matthew Schaefer Scouting Report: 2025 NHL Draft #1

Welcome to your NHL Entry Draft Headquarters right here at Last Word On Sports and Top Shelf Prospects. We have you covered with everything you will need to be ready for the next wave of NHL propsects.

New York Islanders News / Field Level Media / November 15

NHL roundup: Isles' Matthew Schaefer makes history with OT winner

Matthew Schaefer became the youngest player to score an overtime goal in NHL regular-season history, finding the net at 2:06 of the extra session as the New York Islanders rallied to beat the Utah Mammoth 3-2 in Salt Lake City on Friday.

Matthew Schaefer News / Daily Faceoff / November 15

Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer becomes youngest NHLer to score OT goal

Matthew Schaefer is barely 18, but the 2025 No. 1 overall pick is making a habit of making history. The New York Islanders’ rookie defenseman became the youngest player in NHL history to score an overtime goal, giving the Islanders a 3-2 OT win against the Utah Mammoth.

Matthew Schaefer News / Daily Faceoff / November 14

Matthew Schaefer’s success doesn’t mean Islanders rebuild is over

New York Islanders rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer has made it easy to imagine the awards that might one day adorn his trophy case. He’s the clear favorite for the Calder Trophy as the league’s top rookie this year, and he’s played so well that it’s not a huge leap to see him capturing a Norris Trophy or two down the line.

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New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / November 14

How has playing under Patrick Roy impacted Ilya Sorokin?

With the New York Islanders off to a relatively decent start to the 2025-26 season, many are wondering how the goaltending will hold up for the entire year, and hopefully get the team back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / November 14

NHL Predictions: Nov. 14 New York Islanders vs Utah Mammoth

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Jean-Gabriel Pageau News / Field Level Media / November 14