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One of the biggest decisions the New York Islanders had to make ahead of the 2026-27 season was who would take over as the team’s captain. After holding the title for eight seasons, Anders Lee is no longer the captain of the franchise.

New York Islanders News / New York Islanders On SI / September 25

Bo Horvat in Line for Massive Role With NY Islanders

Things are going to look a little different on the ice this season for the New York Islanders after a full offseason and training camp under new head coach Peter DeBoer.

New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 24

Islanders’ Pete DeBoer drops Matthew Schaefer truth bomb following Bo Horvat captaincy

The New York Islanders lost their captain over the summer, as Anders Lee decided to move on by signing a three-year contract with the Utah Mammoth. That meant that the captaincy was now wide open for the club, and they filled that void by naming forward Bo Horvat his official successor.

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New York Islanders News / Inside The Rink / September 20

The Captain’s Job

If you missed the word from the Islanders, Bo Horvat joins a long line of captains who have represented the New York Islanders organization on and off the ice.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / September 16

A look back on Bo Horvat’s time as Canucks captain

On Monday, Bo Horvat was named the 16th captain in New York Islanders history. With the news, Horvat became the second Vancouver Canucks captain to be named captain by another organization.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / September 15

Canucks News & Rumours: Boeser, Horvat & a New Chapter in Vancouver

There’s something kind of interesting about Brock Boeser talking about Bo Horvat right now. On the surface, the two things don’t have much to do with each other.

New York Islanders News / Canucksarmy / September 14

Former Canucks captain Bo Horvat named New York Islanders captain

There’s a new captain on Long Island. On Monday morning, the New York Islanders announced that they had named former Vancouver Canucks captain Bo Horvat the 16th captain in Islanders history.

New York Islanders News / Field Level Media / September 14

Islanders name F Bo Horvat as club's 16th captain

The New York Islanders named forward Bo Horvat the 16th captain in franchise history on Monday. Horvat, 31, tallied a team-high 31 goals and finished with 57 points in 68 games with the team in 2025-26.

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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.

New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / September 14

Bo Horvat named 16th captain in Islanders history

One of the top veterans in the game is going to be wearing the ‘C’ once again. On Monday, the New York Islanders announced that the team has named forward Bo Horvat the 16th captain in franchise history.

New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 14

Islanders Name Bo Horvat As Captain

The New York Islanders have announced that the team has named Bo Horvat the 16th captain in franchise history. Having originally been selected by the Canucks

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New York Islanders News / New York Islanders On SI / September 9

Why Bo Horvat Could Be Most Important Player for NY Islanders This Season

With training camp right around the corner for the New York Islanders, there are a number of questions surrounding what the team might be this coming season.

NHL News / Yardbarker / August 9

New York Islanders are asking fans to wait one more year

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NHL News / Canucksarmy / July 21

Trade Trees: How the Canucks-Islanders Bo Horvat trade turned into Filip Hronek, Ty Mueller, and more

There was a time, not that long ago, when the Vancouver Canucks appeared to have some of the best centre ice depth in the National Hockey League. With

NHL News / Professor Press Box / July 15

Canucks Fans Who Loved Bo Horvat Might Really Like Caleb Malhotra

Whenever a team drafts a young player, the first question fans usually ask is simple: “Who does he remind us of?” It makes sense. Statistics and scouting reports tell us a lot, but fans want something familiar.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / July 7

Memorabilia Monday: Halak, Brookbank, and a look at more unique Canucks jerseys

If you’d like to get some cards or memorabilia of your own, be sure to check out local shop Zephyr Epic for all your needs! Use promo code HOCKEYSE at checkout online to get $5 off your order of any sports cards or autographed memorabilia on their website.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / June 11

Kraken hire ex-Canucks GM Patrik Allvin as assistant GM

It did not take long for former Vancouver Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin to find his next job as an NHL executive. On Thursday morning, the Seattle Kraken announced they have hired Patrik Allvin as an assistant general manager.

New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / March 8

Islanders’ Bo Horvat fined for unsportsmanlike conduct against Sharks

A veteran player is paying up for a rather humorous moment. On Sunday, the NHL Department of Player Safety announced that New York Islanders forward Bo Horvat has been fined $2,500 for unsportsmanlike conduct involving the San Jose Sharks.

New York Islanders News / Yardbarker / January 6

Halfway home: Evaluating the Islanders' season so far as playoff picture sharpens

Let’s take a look at the highs (and lows) of the season so far as the Isles march toward their first playoff push since 2023-24.

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New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 2

Bo Horvat Avoids Long-Term Injury, Out At Least One Week

One day after being included on Team Canada’s roster for the 2026 Olympics, Islanders center Bo Horvat suddenly saw his participation fall into jeopardy after sustaining a lower-body injury in the third period of Thursday’s loss to the Mammoth.

New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / January 2

Islanders’ Bo Horvat not expected to miss Olympics with lower-body injury

New York Islanders’ forward Bo Horvat’s status with the Canadian Olympic men’s hockey team won’t be affected after he suffered a lower-body injury in Thursday’s game against the Utah Mammoth, according to TSN hockey insider Pierre LeBrun.

New York Islanders News / NHL Trade Talk / January 2

Bo Horvat Injured One Day After Team Canada Olympic Selection

Bo Horvat’s big week took a rough turn Thursday afternoon. Just one day after being named to Team Canada’s Olympic roster for the Milan Games, Horvat was forced to leave the Islanders’ game against the Utah Mammoth in the third period after an awkward collision with defenseman Sean Durzi.

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 24, 2025

Insider names two veteran centers Maple Leafs could sign

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New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / September 16, 2025

Islanders’ Bo Horvat ready for training camp after suffering ankle injury at World Championship

A key veteran on Long Island is reportedly back to a full bill of health. When speaking to the media at the New York Islanders Children’s Foundation Golf and Tennis event, forward Bo Horvat revealed that he’s ready for the team’s upcoming training camp after suffering an ankle injury at the IIHF Men’s World Championship last spring.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / August 16, 2025

Top 50 Canucks players of all time: #26 – Bo Horvat

Join us this summer as we count down the top 50 Vancouver Canucks players of all time! #26: Bo Horvat On the draft floor on June 30, 2013, the Canucks made a blockbuster trade, sending goaltender Cory Schneider to the New Jersey Devils in exchange for the ninth overall pick.

New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 20, 2025

Islanders’ Bo Horvat suffers lower-body injury

According to an announcement from the New York Islanders, forward Bo Horvat sustained a lower-body injury for Team Canada during the IIHF World Championships. The team stated that Horvat is returning to New York for evaluation from the team’s doctors.