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Thursday, May 14, 2026
Islanders Should Bring Back Anders Lee, But Only on Their Terms 

While Anders Lee’s future with the New York Islanders remains uncertain, the debate over what to do with the long-time captain rages on. At 35, the Islanders still need to get younger and faster at…

Why the Islanders’ biggest offseason question hinges on what Alexander Romanov’s comeback looks like

If the Islanders have a spot from which they have both enough depth and enough value to trade, it’s the left side of their defense.

NY Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer Pulls Off First Unanimous Calder Win in 33 Years

NY Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer Pulls Off First Unanimous Calder Win in 33 Years

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Matthew Schaefer wins Calder Memorial Trophy in emotional moment

Defenseman Matthew Schaefer of the New York Islanders has been awarded the NHL's top-rookie honor, which was presented to him through tears on Good Morning America.

Schaefer unanimous choice as NHL's top rookie

Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer has won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's rookie of the year, the first unanimous choice for the award in 33 years.

Isles' Matthew Schaefer wins Calder Trophy as NHL's top rookie

New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer was named the 2025-26 Calder Memorial Trophy winner on Wednesday.,The award is presented to the player

Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer named unanimous Calder Trophy winner

Islanders star Matthew Schaefer has been named the Calder Trophy winner as the NHL’s top rookie for the 2026 season.

NY Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer awarded the Calder Trophy

Matthew Scahafer has been name the recipient of the Calder Trophy, presented with the award on Good Morning America with his family by his side

Islanders phenom Matthew Schaefer named Calder Trophy winner

Matthew Schaefer’s incredible rookie season was given the recognition it deserved.

Islanders’ Schaefer wins 2026 Calder Trophy as NHL’s top rookie

Schaefer shattered several records for rookie defensemen en route to a unanimous first-place finish for the Calder.

World Championship Nod Marks a Big Step for Islanders Prospect Danny Nelson

Danny Nelson is exactly the kind of prospect the New York Islanders have been trying to build their foundation around for years. At 20 years old, Danny Nelson provides the…

Islanders get major update on Kashawn Aitcheson's future

Aitcheson has been getting himself ready.

6 NY Islanders affiliated players named to the CHL's 50 greatest players of all-time

The NY Islanders are well represented among the 50 greatest players in the history of the CHL

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Islanders’ Mathew Barzal to miss World Championships due to ‘minor preexisting injury’

Mathew Barzal won’t be going to World Championships after all.

NY Islanders forward Mat Barzal has withdrawn from the IIHF World Championships with a pre-existing injury

Mat Barzal has withdrawn from the IIHF World Championship two days before Canada's first game with a pre-existing injury

Crosby to join Canada at 2026 World Championship; Barzal out with injury

This will be Crosby’s second consecutive year representing Canada at the World Championship.

Monday, May 11, 2026
How Nicolas Roy is related to NHL legend Patrick Roy
Island of Misfit Toys: Evaluating the Carson Soucy trade.

The inaugural year under brand-new General Manager Mathieu Darche has had its ups and downs, but the midseason Carson Soucy trade has raised some eyebrows amongst the Islanders' fandom, to say the...

Islanders to donate $150K to honor player's mom

The New York Islanders have pledged $150,000 donation to a child support center in honor of the mother of NHL rookie of the year candidate Matthew Schaefer, 18. Jennifer Schaefer died in Feb. 2024...

NY Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer Honors Late Mother With Emotional $150K Initiative

NY Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer Honors Late Mother With Emotional $150K Initiative

Islanders Children’s Foundation donate to hospital to create support center named after Matthew Schaefer’s late mother

$150,000 is being donated to create a child support center in memory of Jennifer Schaefer.

History of the New York Islanders’ AHL Affiliates

As the saying goes, “You don’t know what you’ve got until it’s gone.”  Fans of the Bridgeport Islanders, like those in many other American Hockey League (AHL) cities before them…

Matthew Schaefer teams up with Northwell after historic rookie season

Northwell Health teams up with NY Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer

Sunday, May 10, 2026
Potential Islanders targets at No. 13 in 2026 NHL Draft

With well over a month to go before the draft in Buffalo, it’s still early in the process. But not too early to start identifying possibilities the Islanders could look at with their pick.

Saturday, May 9, 2026
The NY Islanders can add size and skill down the middle by selecting Ilia Morozov at the 2026 NHL Draft

One of the youngest players in the 2026 NHL Draft, Ilia Morozov, has the size and skill the NY Islanders are looking for

NY Islanders defenseman Ryan Pulock opted for off-season should surgery

NY Islanders defenseman Ryan Pulock opted for off-season should surgery

Friday, May 8, 2026
Islanders’ Ryan Pulock undergoes surgery after dealing with shoulder injury ‘throughout the year’

After being unsure whether he would go under the knife at the end of the season, Ryan Pulock did indeed opt for shoulder surgery.

NY Islanders Star Mathew Barzal Set to Represent Canada at 2026 IIHF Worlds

NY Islanders Star Mathew Barzal Set to Represent Canada at 2026 IIHF Worlds

Islanders 2025-26 season should serve the Toronto Maple Leafs as an example of tempered expectations

The New York Islanders experience in the 2025-26 season should serve the Toronto Maple Leafs as an example of the need for tempered expectation.

Wyatt Cullen should be on the radar for the NY Islanders

There are many prospects the Islanders should consider with the 13th overall pick. Here is why Wyatt Cullen stands above the rest.

Thursday, May 7, 2026
The NY Islanders could consider the OHL's leading point producer Nikita Klepov with pick No. 13

Nikita Klepov was one of the best players in his rookie OHL season and could be an option at No. 13 overall

Wednesday, May 6, 2026
The NY Islanders will have plenty of quality options to select at No. 13 in the 2026 NHL Draft

Despite not winning the 2026 NHL Lottery, the NY Islanders will have plenty of quality options when they take the stage at No. 13 in the NHL Draft

Selke finalists: Nick Suzuki, Brock Nelson, Anthony Cirelli

Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki, Colorado Avalanche forward Brock Nelson and Tampa Bay Lightning center Anthony Cirelli were named as the final

Recent history proves the No. 13 draft pick can be lucky for the NY Islanders

Recent history proves the No. 13 draft pick can be lucky for the NY Islanders

Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer named finalist for Calder Memorial Trophy after historic year

Schaefer was announced alongside Montreal’s Ivan Demidov and Anaheim’s Beckett Sennecke. 

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Islanders' Schaefer leads Calder Trophy finalists

Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer, Canadiens forward Ivan Demidov and Ducks forward Beckett Sennecke were named finalists for the Calder Trophy.

Islanders out of luck in 2026 NHL Draft Lottery

The New York Islanders ran out of luck in the 2026 NHL Draft, being unable to replicate last year's miraculous stroke of good fortune.

NY Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer named a finalist for the Calder Trophy

NY Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer has been nominated for the Calder Trophy alongside Becket Sennecke and Ivan Demidov

Demidov, Schaefer, Sennecke named finalists for 2026 Calder Trophy

These three first-year players were pivotal in their team’s success this season thanks to incredible performances.

Islanders promote Rocky Thompson to NHL staff after one year as AHL head coach

The Islanders are promoting from within.

NY Islanders' prospect Kashawn Aitcheson was involved in a bizarre postgame press conference after winning Game 7

NY Islanders' prospect Kashawn Aitcheson was at the center of a bizarre press conference after the Barrie Colts advanced to the OHL Finals

Islanders Name New Assistant Coach

The New York Islanders have named Rocky Thompson as Assistant Coach, promoting him from his former role with the Islanders American Hockey League affiliate in Bridgeport.

The NY Islanders name Rocky Thompson as Assistant Coach

The NY Islanders have elevated Rocky Thompson from his position as head coach of the Brideport Islanders to assistant coach in the NHL

Monday, May 4, 2026
NY Islanders prospect Kashawn Aitcheson to play in the OHL Finals for the Barrie Colts

Kashawn Aitcheson and the Barrie Colts take Game 7 of the OHL Eastern Conference Finals, and will now play for the J. Ross Robertson Cup

NY Islanders prospect pool takes step back after Matthew Schaefer graduation

NY Islanders prospect pool takes step back after Matthew Schaefer graduation

Yankees radio legend and former NY Islanders broadcaster John Sterling dies at 87

Yankees radio legend and former NY Islanders broadcaster John Sterling dies at 87

NY Islanders assistant GM Ryan Bowness in running for Vancouver Canucks job

NY Islanders assistant GM Ryan Bowness in running for Vancouver Canucks job

How the NY Islanders can land a Top-3 pick at Tuesday's NHL Draft Lottery

How the NY Islanders can land a Top-3 pick at Tuesday's NHL Draft Lottery

Sunday, May 3, 2026
Canadiens Provide Noah Dobson Update Before Game 7

Here's the latest on Canadiens star Noah Dobson.

Canadiens D Noah Dobson game-time decision for Game 7

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Noah Dobson is considered a game-time decision for Game 7 of the team's Eastern Conference first-round series versus the

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