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Saturday, May 30, 2026
The NY Islanders' Stanley Finals drought reaches 41 seasons

The NY Islanders have the third longest active streak without making the Stanley Cup Finals, as they look to break the streak next season

Islanders Hire Jay McKee as AHL Head Coach

On May 29, the New York Islanders hired Jay McKee as their first-ever head coach of the American Hockey League (AHL) Hamilton Hammers. The Islanders made the announcement official late morning…

Friday, May 29, 2026
NY Islanders name Jay McKee as Hamilton Hammers Head Coach

The Islanders have named Jay McKee as the first head coach of the Hamilton Hammers. Is he the right man for the job?

Islanders hire ex-NHLer Jay McKee as coach for new AHL team

Jay McKee was named as the first head coach of the Hamilton Hammers.

The New York Islanders Could Find Value in Buffalo's Depth with Michael Kesselring and Conor Timmins

The New York Islanders could look to Buffalo to fill out the blue line this summer. Michael Kesselring and Conor Timmins are right-handed options.

Thursday, May 28, 2026
Patrick Roy ‘deeply saddened’ by death of former teammate Claude Lemieux

NHL legend Patrick Roy joined the hockey world in paying respects to Claude Lemieux, who took his own life at the age of 60 on Thursday.

Former NY Islanders Brock Nelson and Noah Dobson are having postseason struggles with their new teams

Brock Nelson and Noah Dobson are receiving backlash as the former NY Islanders have struggled in the postseason

Islanders shouldn’t rush their rebuild after surprise season

Matt Larkin talked on Daily Faceoff Live about how the Isles should be patient this summer, even in the wake of last season’s success.

This NY Islanders prospect has been an offensive weapon during the Memorial Cup

Islanders prospect Luca Romano is off to a hot start at the Memorial Cup. How does this affect his development?

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Foudy Re-Signs With the Islanders

On Tuesday, the New York Islanders agreed to terms with forward Liam Foudy on a one-year, two-way contract. The 26-year-old native of Scarborough, Ontario, was rewarded with an extension after...

Could the NY Islanders have competition to sign Anders Lee?

The Islanders have a decision to make with team captain Anders Lee. But could they have competition for his services?

Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Islanders sign speedster Liam Foudy to two-way contract extension

Foudy appeared in just one NHL game last season.

Islanders sign Liam Foudy to one-year contract extension

Foudy scored 47 points in 60 games with the AHL’s Bridgeport Islanders in 2025-26.

NY Islanders bring back key depth forward for new Hamilton Hammers franchise

NY Islanders bring back key depth forward for new Hamilton Hammers franchise

Sunday, May 24, 2026
4 players the NY Islanders could round out the defensive core with

The NY Islanders could look to improve the right side of the blue line this offseason, and these four players could be options for Mathieu Darche

NY Islanders dynasty began with controversial call Flyers fans still haven’t forgotten

NY Islanders dynasty began with controversial call Flyers fans still haven’t forgotten

Saturday, May 23, 2026
Isles Remember: Anders Lee's memorable Islanders debut

Taking a trip down memory lane to Anders Lee's memorable NHL debut back in 2013.

Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer Is One of a Kind in NHL History

*This archive was written early in Matthew Schaefer’s rookie season (2025-26) The New York Islanders have found themselves a gem. Sure, we’re in the early stages of his career, but…

Friday, May 22, 2026
Islanders should make Sorokin top offseason priority

The New York Islander must make supporting Ilya Sorokin a top priority this offseason if the club is to have any hopes of making the postseason in 2026-27.

B-Isles Relocation to Hamilton Is Beyond Beneficial For Baby Isles

  Since 2001 there has been minor league hockey in Bridgeport, Connecticut. That will change this offseason as the New York Islanders minor-league affiliate, th

History of AHL Hockey in Hamilton, Ontario

On May 21, the New York Islanders, alongside Oak View Group, American Hockey League (AHL) President Scott Howson, and Hamilton Mayor Andrea Horwarth, officially unveiled the Hamilton Hammers in front…

Thursday, May 21, 2026
NY Islanders Power Play Struggles Claim Another Assistant as Ray Bennett Departs

NY Islanders Power Play Struggles Claim Another Assistant as Ray Bennett Departs

Hammer time: Isles reveal AHL affiliate's name

The name of the Islanders' AHL affiliate is the Hamilton Hammers after the club was relocated to the Canadian city.

NY Islanders’ New AHL Affiliate Unveils Hamilton Hammers Name and Logo

NY Islanders’ New AHL Affiliate Unveils Hamilton Hammers Name and Logo

Hamilton Hammers introduced as Islanders AHL affiliate

The Hammers are replacing the Islanders’ old primary affiliate, the Bridgeport Islanders, starting next season.

Ray Bennett leaves Islanders, joins Capitals as assistant coach

Ray Bennett joins the Capitals after one season with the Islanders and 25 previous years coaching in the NHL.

Islanders split with assistant in charge of woeful power play in latest coaching shakeup

Peter DeBoer’s staff for his first full season with the Islanders will have another new name.

What the Islanders can learn from the NHL’s final four

The Islanders want salary-cap flexibility, they don’t want to move any of their top-tier prospects or key veterans and they want to level up into being a Cup contender.

Wednesday, May 20, 2026
The NY Islanders will have a new ECHL affiliate for the 2026-27 season

The NY Islanders will have a new ECHL affiliate, parting ways with the Worcester Railers after eight seasons

Top 10 Worst Mike Milbury Moves

*Original concept by Anatoliy Metter Mike Milbury has long been a flamboyant and interesting figure in the NHL. From his time as a player, when he jumped into the MSG…

Islanders announce Trenton Ironhawks as ECHL affiliate for 2026-27

The Ironhawks were originally announced to be the Avalanche’s secondary affiliate.

NY Islanders Captain Anders Lee Turns Community Impact Into Lasting Legacy

NY Islanders Captain Anders Lee Turns Community Impact Into Lasting Legacy

Islanders Can’t Afford to Miss With 13th Pick in 2026 Draft

Last year, the New York Islanders drafted Matthew Schaefer first overall, who changed the direction of the franchise overnight. This year, they have the 13th overall pick. That may not...

Islanders’ Goaltending Pipeline for the 2026-27 Season

Throughout the NHL’s storied history, one key to a franchise’s sustained success has been strong goaltending and a strong pipeline. The case is no different for the New York Islanders…

Trade to Islanders has paid off for Emil Heineman

Heineman discussed his first season with the club, the World Championship, playing with Matthew Schaefer and more.

NY Islanders’ Rumored Hometown Remix Jersey Could Bring Fisherman Logo Back Again

NY Islanders’ Rumored Hometown Remix Jersey Could Bring Fisherman Logo Back Again

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
NY Islanders’ New AHL Affiliate Reportedly Set to Become Hamilton Hammers

NY Islanders’ New AHL Affiliate Reportedly Set to Become Hamilton Hammers

NY Islanders Fans Should Love What Simon Holmstrom Is Doing for Sweden

NY Islanders winger Simon Holmstrom is producing for Sweden at Worlds, and fans should be paying attention to his confidence.

NY Islanders Prospects Are Giving Fans a Real Memorial Cup Reason to Watch

NY Islanders prospects Luca Romano and Tomas Poletin are headed to the Memorial Cup, giving fans another reason to watch the pipeline closely.

Island of Misfit Toys: Evaluating the Ondrej Palat Trade.

During the New York Islanders' race for a playoff spot, an injury-riddled roster received some unexpected reinforcements with General Manager Mathieu Darche deciding to trade for Ondrej Palat.

Monday, May 18, 2026
What’s Next for Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer After Calder Win? 

At 18 years old, New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer became the youngest Calder winner in NHL history, beating Nathan MacKinnon’s previous mark by a day. He received all 198 first-place...

Saturday, May 16, 2026
Stanley Cup Final worn sweater of NY Islanders legend Mike Bossy being auctioned off

Stanley Cup Final worn sweater of NY Islanders legend Mike Bossy being auctioned off

NY Islanders’ Swedish Duo Builds Strong Bond Before World Championship Run

NY Islanders’ Swedish Duo Builds Strong Bond Before World Championship Run

Friday, May 15, 2026
Revisiting the Oilers’ Jordan Eberle Trade to the Islanders

The 2017 trade of Jordan Eberle by the Edmonton Oilers to the New York Islanders for Ryan Strome sent shockwaves throughout the hockey world. At the time, Eberle was a…

What it Takes for a Defenceman to Win the Calder Trophy

To almost no one’s surprise, Matthew Schaefer was awarded the 2026 Calder Trophy as the NHL’s rookie of the year, becoming the first unanimous choice for the award since Teemu…

NY Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer Earns Praise From NHL Legends After Historic Season

NY Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer Earns Praise From NHL Legends After Historic Season

NY Islanders Mourn Former First-Round Pick, Stanley Cup Champion Paul Boutilier

NY Islanders Mourn Former First-Round Pick, Stanley Cup Champion Paul Boutilier

Thursday, May 14, 2026
Pressure now on Schaefer to prove he’s no one-hit wonder

The pressure is now on Matthew Schaefer to prove he's the real deal following his incredible rookie year in 2025-26.

Gary Bettman tells The Post what impresses him about Islanders star Matthew Schaefer

Matthew Schaefer is not just a boon to the Islanders, but to the NHL as a whole.

Matthew Schaefer’s Calder-winning year was one of the best NHL rookie seasons ever

Islanders star Matthew Schaefer became the first Calder Trophy winner to take every first-place vote since Teemu Selanne.

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