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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.

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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.

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.

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Islanders defenseman facing uncertain future, possible trade

He may become an unrestricted free agent after the 2025-26 season.

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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 / Daily Faceoff / June 20

Islanders’ Noah Dobson, Jean-Gabriel Pageau join latest Trade Targets board

Tick. Tock. We’re now one week away from Round 1 of the NHL Draft, zeroing in on historically the biggest trade period of the year – with all 32 teams in play as opposed to just the contenders at the trade deadline.

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 / The Hockey Writers / June 19

Islanders Should Sign Brock Boeser This Offseason

The New York Islanders’ focus in the coming week is on the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, especially since they have the top pick. They could take Matthew Schaefer, Michael Misa, or surprise everyone with their selection, or make another trade on draft day to add another top 10 pick to make things interesting.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / June 19

Huge Bruins, Islanders Trade Taking Shape

The NHL offseason is officially underway, and it might not be long before another huge trade goes down. Reports have circulated that the New York Islanders and Boston Bruins have been in contact regarding a possible Jean-Gabriel Pageau trade, but there are a lot more moving piece.

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.

New York Islanders News / The Hockey Writers / June 18

Islanders Can Trade for a Second Top 10 Pick in 2025 NHL Draft, But Should They?

There is a wish, at least among a handful of fans, for the New York Islanders to draft James Hagens, a Long Island native who has star potential. It probably won’t happen, especially with the top pick in the draft, as general manager (GM) Mathieu Darche will likely take the best player on the board.

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.

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Rick Bowness News / Daily Faceoff / June 16

Islanders name Ryan Bowness assistant general manager, director of player personnel

The New York Islanders announced Monday that Ryan Bowness has been named both assistant general manager and the director of player personnel. Bowness spent the previous three seasons with the Ottawa Senators, serving as an assistant general manager between 2022-23 and 2023-24, then as associate general manager in 2024-25.

New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 16

Islanders name Ryan Bowness assistant GM

The Islanders have named Ryan Bowness as an assistant general manager and their director of player personnel, the team announced Monday. Bowness, 41, arrives on Long Island after serving in a similar role for the Senators over the past three seasons.

Jean-Gabriel Pageau News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 14

Multiple teams showing interest in Islanders center

With a center trade market that might not be as busy as initially anticipated and one top option (Brock Nelson) off the UFA list already, teams will be starting to take a look at other options to try to upgrade down the middle.

New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 14

Free-agent focus on New York Islanders

Free agency is now under a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. There will be several impact players set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

Matthew Schaefer News / Daily Faceoff / June 14

Islanders ‘would be stupid if they didn’t pick’ Matthew Schaefer, says top 2027 NHL Draft Prospect Landon Dupont

Great recognizes great. Landon DuPont is projected to be the top player chosen in the 2027 NHL Draft. The young defender earned exceptional status last year and made the most of it by being named CHL Rookie of the Year.

Michael Misa News / The Hockey Writers / June 13

Islanders Have No Reasons Not to Draft Michael Misa First Overall

It’s still mock draft season, and that time of the year when fans and experts alike enjoy overthinking the prospects and how the draft will play out. The

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 13

Boston Bruins have some roster work to do

Ross Macias of NYI Hockey Now: Macias looks at the contract extensions for restricted free agent defensemen Noah Dobson and Alexander Romanov. Early on, he mentions how the Islanders are leaning toward Matthew Schaefer over James Hagens when it comes to the number one overall pick.

New York Islanders News / Field Level Media / May 30