Islanders Hire Jay McKee as AHL Head Coach Michael Willoughby | May 30, 2026 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…
Foudy Re-Signs With the Islanders Michael Willoughby | May 27, 2026 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 posting…
Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer Is One of a Kind in NHL History Justin Giampietro | May 23, 2026 *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…
History of AHL Hockey in Hamilton, Ontario Michael Willoughby | May 22, 2026 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…
Top 10 Worst Mike Milbury Moves Jon Zella | May 20, 2026 *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 Can’t Afford to Miss With 13th Pick in 2026 Draft Joe Belli | May 20, 2026 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 sound as exciting at first, but don’t sleep on how important…
Islanders’ Goaltending Pipeline for the 2026-27 Season Michael Willoughby | May 20, 2026 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…
What’s Next for Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer After Calder Win? Joe Belli | May 18, 2026 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 votes, becoming the…
Revisiting the Oilers’ Jordan Eberle Trade to the Islanders Alex Chauvancy | May 15, 2026 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 Dayton Reimer | May 15, 2026 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…
Islanders Should Bring Back Anders Lee, But Only on Their Terms Joe Belli | May 14, 2026 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…
World Championship Nod Marks a Big Step for Islanders Prospect Danny Nelson Joe Belli | May 13, 2026 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…
