Jan 15, 2019; Brooklyn, NY, USA; New York Islanders goaltender Robin Lehner (40) defends the net against the St. Louis Blues during the third period at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports

Islanders commitment proving wonders for the PK

NEW YORK — Following Tuesday night’s overtime ouster of the St. Louis Blues, New York Islanders head coach Barry Trotz stood…

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Barzal selected to represent Isles at 2019 All-Star Weekend

The new year is off to a pretty go start for Mathew Barzal. On Wednesday it was announced that Barzal…

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Dec 29, 2018; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Islanders forward Mathew Barzal (13) skates the puck up ice against Toronto Maple Leafs in the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Barzal scored a natural hat trick in a 4-0 win for the Islanders. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Five things to watch for in 2019 with the Islanders

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The Islanders ended 2018 on the right note and will look to kick the new year off the same way…

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Dec 1, 2018; Uniondale, NY, USA; General view of the opening puck drop between the New York Islanders and the Columbus Blue Jackets during the first period at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

A look back at the biggest moments of 2018 for the Islanders

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For a franchise that hasn’t seen much change in quite some time, 2018 was a year of massive upheaval for…

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Dec 29, 2018; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Islanders forward Mathew Barzal (13) celebrates a goal against Toronto Maple Leafs in the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Barzal records hat trick in Isles first showdown with Tavares, Leafs

First, he was “the kid who won the Calder.” Now, Mathew Barzal is the kid who scored a hat-trick. The…

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Dec 15, 2018; Uniondale, NY, USA; New York Islanders center Mathew Barzal (13) celebrates with New York Islanders defenseman Nick Leddy (2) and New York Islanders left wing Anders Lee (27) after scoring a goal against the Detroit Red Wings during the third period at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports

Islanders power play finally cashes in during shootout win over Detroit

UNIONDALE, N.Y. — You know what they say, the sixth time is the charm. Well, that might not quite be how…

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Dec 4, 2018; Brooklyn, NY, USA; New York Islanders right wing Josh Bailey (12) and Winnipeg Jets left wing Mathieu Perreault (85) reach for the puck during the third period at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports

Mistakes cost Isles in 3-1 loss to the Jets

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NEW YORK — The Islanders seemed to take some solace from the fact that they played well against one of the…

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Isles Insights: A hockey game was played in Bridgeport

BRIDGEPORT, CT — The Islanders defeated the New York Rangers 5-2 in a preseason tilt in Connecticut. Four different Islander players…

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Mar 11, 2018; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; New York Islanders center Mathew Barzal (13) controls the puck during the warmup period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports

Isles Barzal takes home Calder Trophy

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Mathew Barzal’s stellar rookie campaign was rewarded on Wednesday as he was awarded the Calder Trophy at the NHL Awards…

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Spoiler Alert: Islanders hold off Flyers in 5-4 win

NEW YORK — The Islanders wanted to play spoilers on Tuesday night, and they did just that. Despite allowing a three-goal…

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Mar 20, 2018; Brooklyn, NY, USA; New York Islanders celebrate the goal by New York Islanders center Mathew Barzal (13) against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports

Islanders finally have some fun In 4-1 win over Penguins

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NEW YORK — The Islanders walked off the ice and went through their usual routine after a win on Tuesday. Each…

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Mar 18, 2018; Brooklyn, NY, USA;New York Islanders goaltender Jaroslav Halak (41) makes a save on Carolina Hurricanes left wing Brock McGinn (23) during the first period at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports

Weight’s decision to move captain to wing interesting but understandable

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By Joe Barone NEW YORK — Prior to the latest New York Islanders 4-3 defeat to the hands of the Carolina…

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Feb 9, 2018; Brooklyn, NY, USA; New York Islanders center Brock Nelson (29) celebrates with center Mathew Barzal (13) after Nelson scored the game winning goal in overtime against the Detroit Red Wings at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports

Nelson has breakout performance in Islanders’ OT Win; Barzal’s Incredible Season Continues

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NEW YORK — Friday night’s win may not have been what the Islanders drew up, but for Brock Nelson it was…

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Jan 31, 2018; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander (29) jumps in celebration on defenceman Travis Dermott (23, obscured) after Dermott scored his first career NHL goal against New York Islanders i the second period at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Isles Insights: Islanders drubbed by Maple Leafs for second straight loss

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The Maple Leafs had essentially secured a win by the time they headed to the dressing room after the second…

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Jan 13, 2018; New York, NY, USA; New York Islanders center Mathew Barzal (13) is congratulated after scoring a goal against the New York Rangers during the second period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports

Isles Insights: Barzal, Beauvillier both score twice as Islanders beat Rangers, 7-2

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NEW YORK — Mathew Barzal had a five-point night, Jordan Eberle had a four-point night, Anthony Beauvillier had two goals and…

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Jan 5, 2018; Brooklyn, NY, USA; New York Islanders defenseman Adam Pelech (50) and Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Patric Hornqvist (72) battle for position during the first period at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports

Isles Insights: Things go from bad to worse as Islanders fall to Pittsburgh, 4-0

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NEW YORK — If things were bad for the Islanders entering Friday night’s matchup with the Pittsburgh Penguins, then they got…

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Dec 27, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; New York Islanders center Mathew Barzal (13) celebrates his goal in overtime to win the game 3-2 during the overtime period go the game between the New York Islanders and the Buffalo Sabres at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports

Isles Insights: Mathew Barzal Scores Game-Winning Goal over Sabres

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NEW YORK — Mathew Barzal did what Mathew Barzal has done best this season, and that’s making a big play. The…

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Dec 23, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; New York Islanders center Mathew Barzal (13) celebrates his first hat trick during the third period between the New York Islanders and the Winnipeg Jets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports

Isles Insights: Barzal Records First NHL Hat Trick in 5-1 Win

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NEW YORK –– It was the Christmas gift that Islander fans got that they didn’t even know they wanted. Mathew Barzal…

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Dec 21, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Anaheim Ducks defenseman Hampus Lindholm (47) celebrates after scoring the game winning goal against Anaheim Ducks goalie Ryan Miller (30) during third period at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Isles Insights: Bailey and Tavares’ Six Combined Points Not Enough in Loss to Ducks

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Call it a Belmont hangover? A little over 24 hours after the New York Islanders finalized one of the biggest…

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Dec 9, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; New York Islanders center John Tavares (91) battles for the puck with Boston Bruins defenseman Kevan Miller (86) during the second period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Tavares Not Concerning Himself Over League’s Non-Action on Marchand Hit

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EAST MEADOW, N.Y. — John Tavares answered in the most John Tavares way when he was asked for a reaction to…

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NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 30: The New York Islanders celebrate a 6-3 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights at the Barclays Center on October 30, 2017 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

10 Things New York Islanders Fans Should Be Thankful For This Holiday Season

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By Joe Barone You could really get caught up in the chaos and festivities this time of year. The stress…

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Isles Insights: Bailey and Barzal Pave Way to Victory Over Flyers

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Joe Barone NEW YORK — It took 32 seconds into overtime for the New York Islanders to keep their unbeaten-in-regulation streak…

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NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 07: Connor McDavid #97 of the Edmonton Oilers celebrates his game winning overtime goal against Thomas Greiss #1 of the New York Islanders at the Barclays Center on November 7, 2017 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Oilers defeated the Islanders 2-1 in overtime. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Isles Insights: Missed Chance in Overtime Proves Costly for Islanders

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NEW YORK — An overtime scoring opportunity for the Islanders on one end of the ice turned into a game-winning goal…

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Barzal Continues to Make Impact for Isles with Five Assist Night

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NEW YORK — Mathew Barzal hasn’t shown any signs of cooling off anytime soon, with his latest feat becoming an Islanders’…

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Isles Insights: Barzal’s five assists lead Islanders in victory over Avs

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NEW YORK — Sunday night was a glimpse into the future. If this future is near, Islanders fans are in for…

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NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 30: Nikolay Kulemin #86 of the New York Islanders (3rd from left) celebrates his third period goal against the Vegas Golden Knights at the Barclays Center on October 30, 2017 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images

Isles Insights: Islanders End October With Win Over Vegas

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NEW YORK — The Islanders handed the Vegas Golden Knights just their second loss in franchise history, with John Tavares, Mathew…

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UNIONDALE, NY - SEPTEMBER 17: Mathew Barzal #13 and Josh Bailey #12 of the New York Islanders are stopped by Alex Lyon #49 of the Philadelphia Flyers during the first period during a preseason game at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum on September 17, 2017 in Uniondale, New York. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Killer B’s: Barzal, Bailey Benefited from Playing with One Another

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Ask Josh Bailey if he benefited from playing alongside Mathew Barzal to start the year, he’d answer yes. Ask Barzal…

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