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On YouTubeNew York Islanders News / Breakaway on SI / June 25
Longtime Islanders Forward Retires, Joins Front Office
After more than a decade and a half in the NHL, New York Islanders forward Matt Martin is hanging up his skates, but he's not walking away from the game completely.
NHL News / Blade of Steel / June 25
Islanders and Sabres Reportedly Hold Trade Discussions for Two Star Players
The New York Islanders and Buffalo Sabres are reportedly in discussions for a trade that could see JJ Peterka moved to New York with star defenseman Noah Dobson going the other way according to Frank Seravalli.
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 25
Best NHL fits for Boston College star James Hagens
Here are the most interesting fits for the next potential American-born star, who could don an NHL uniform as early as the 2025-26 season.
The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz
How many of the 18 NHL players since the 2000 Stanley Cup Playoffs to score 10 goals in multiple postseason runs can you name in five minutes?
NHL News / Athlon Sports / June 26
Mitch Marner's five-word message after former Maple Leaf calls it a career
After word spread about the retirement, Marner took to social media.
Matt Martin News / Field Level Media / June 24
Islanders F Matt Martin retires after 16 seasons, joins front office
Forward Matt Martin, who spent all but two of his 16 NHL seasons with the New York Islanders, retired on Tuesday and was named a special assistant to general manager Mathieu Darche.
Matt Martin News / Daily Faceoff / June 24
Matt Martin announces retirement, steps into front office role with Islanders
After 15 NHL seasons, Matt Martin is hanging up his skates. On Tuesday, the longtime NHL forward announced his retirement with the New York Islanders,
New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 24
Matt Martin announces his retirement, joins Islanders front office
Longtime New York Islanders enforcer Matt Martin has announced his retirement, per a club announcement Tuesday. He’ll join the club’s front office as a special assistant to general manager Mathieu Darche.
New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 24
Islanders’ GM makes final declaration on No. 1 overall pick
The general manager of the New York Islanders, Mathieu Darche, was pretty straightforward when it came to discussing the team’s plans for the draft. With
New York Islanders News / ESPN / June 24
Isles GM: Not trading No. 1, may still make splash 
Islanders GM Mathieu Darche said that he will not trade the No. 1 overall pick in the NHL draft, "but you look at everything" and could still make a splash.
New York Islanders News / The Hockey Writers / June 24
5 Reasons the Islanders Will Draft Matthew Schaefer No. 1
The draft is this week, and plenty of offseason action is already taking shape, with a few trades and transactions setting the tone for what should be a wild week.
New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / June 24
Six trade destinations to watch for Islanders’ Noah Dobson
It’s rare and exciting when a top-end player in his prime emerges in the trade rumor mill. Pretty much any NHL team could use a 25-year-old, right-shot defenseman with a 70-point season to his name, so it’s clearly an actionable item if the New York Islanders are willing to move Noah Dobson, who joined Frank Seravalli’s Trade Targets board at No.
New York Islanders News / Inside The Rink / June 23
AHL: New York Islanders Name New Bridgeport Head Coach
The Bridgeport Islanders had a dreadful season, going 15-50-4-3 with 37 points, which was the worst record in the entire AHL. Due to the record, the New York Islanders announced that Rick Kowalsky and his coaching staff would not be returning.
Rocky Thompson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 23
Islanders name Rocky Thompson AHL HC
The Islanders have begun the process of rebuilding their minor-league coaching staff, which was cleaned out entirely after general manager Mathieu Darche assumed his post last month.
New York Islanders News / House of Hockey / June 23
New Islanders GM Mathieu Darche Changes Controversial Lou Lamoriello Rule
For years, former Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello held a development camp only in September, but new GM Mathieu Darche will be holding it way earlier, on June 30.
Noah Dobson News / House of Hockey / June 22
Atlantic Team Reportedly Involved in Trade Talks for Noah Dobson
Noah Dobson could be on the move this summer, and according to reports, the Red Wings have begun engaging in trade talks over the star defenseman. The New York Islanders have made some big changes already this summer, and with the No.
Noah Dobson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 20
Islanders defenseman facing uncertain future, possible trade
He may become an unrestricted free agent after the 2025-26 season.
New York Islanders News / Athlon Sports / June 20
Islanders Predicted to Make Massive Offseason Move
The New York Islanders are entering the offseason with a lot of questions around the roster. After missing the postseason, New York has some work to do in terms of adding talent to the team.
Noah Dobson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 20
Islanders rumors: New York ‘testing market’ on defenseman Noah Dobson
The New York Islanders have a massive offseason coming up. New general manager Mathieu Darche will make the first pick in the NHL Entry Draft and has money to spend in free agency.
New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 20
3 players Islanders must trade in 2025 NHL offseason
The New York Islanders are entering a massive offseason. They already fired Lou Lamoriello and hired Mathieu Darche to run the organization. They also hold the first-overall pick in the upcoming NHL Entry Draft, where they could take hometown kid James Hagens.
New York Islanders News / Breakaway on SI / June 20
Islanders Defenseman Becoming Coveted Trade Target
The New York Islanders may be moving on from one of their top defensemen. Pending restricted free agent Alexander Romanov is due a new contract, and there are reportedly multiple teams interested in prying him from the hands of the Islanders.
NHL News / Inside The Rink / June 18
Are the New York Islanders a Good Trade Partner for the Boston Bruins? Is the 7th Pick Available?
The New York Islanders have the number one pick in the upcoming NHL Draft, and there are reports that the club might be interested in adding another top ten pick.
Matt Carkner News / Inside The Rink / June 17
ECHL: Matt Carkner Has Stepped Down as Orlando Solar Bears Coach; Eyes Return to AHL
After three seasons behind the bench, Matt Carkner has stepped down as Head Coach and General Manager of the Orlando Solar Bears to pursue a coaching opportunity in the AHL, the team announced Tuesday.
New York Islanders News / House of Hockey / June 16
Islanders Officially Poach Assistant General Manager From Canadian Team
The New York Islanders have officially poached Ryan Bowness from the Ottawa Senators, and he'll be their new Assistant GM and Director of Player Personnel.
Rick Bowness News / Field Level Media / June 16
Islanders name Ryan Bowness director of player personnel
The New York Islanders named Ryan Bowness assistant general manager and director of player personnel on Monday. Bowness spent the past three seasons with the Ottawa Senators, including as associate GM during the 2024-25 season.
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