New York Islanders

Barzal on Bear's skills camp: If I could spend a month there, I would

By: Chris Lomon

For the Indigenous youth, the hockey camp in Ochapowace First Nation affords them the chance to dream big. For Mathew Barzal, it’s a chance to make lifelong connections.

August 13, 2019

Mental health, conservation causes at the heart of Ladd family efforts

By: Chris Lomon

There’s no question Andrew Ladd’s annual fishing charity event will make a big difference for two worthwhile charities. The only question mark? Seeing if he can convince a former teammate to get up close and personal with a sturgeon.

July 4, 2019

My Top 5 | Anders Lee

By: Chris Lomon

He’s an offensively gifted forward and respected leader who celebrates his 29th birthday on July 3.

July 2, 2019

Islanders keep Anders Lee, sign Varlamov to replace Lehner

By: Canadian Press

From the start of New York Islanders' training camp last September, Anders Lee insisted his impending free agency situation was different from the one John Tavares went through.

July 1, 2019

Islanders agree to terms with Eberle on $27.5M, 5-year deal

By: Canadian Press

The New York Islanders and winger Jordan Eberle have agreed to a five-year, $27.5 million contract.

June 14, 2019

Mental health, art intersect for long-time friends Lehner and Gunnarsson

By: Chris Lomon

David Gunnarsson knew the mask he was painting for his friend Robin Lehner was deeply meaningful for the goaltender – but the artist never expected it would have the same effect on him.

June 4, 2019

Islanders agree to terms with Brock Nelson on 6-year deal

By: Canadian Press

The New York Islanders re-signed star centre Brock Nelson before he could even test free agency.

May 23, 2019

Who said it | Part II

By: NHLPA Staff

Jamie Benn needed to phone in a lifeline and we stuck to honest editing (sorry, Tyler Seguin) as the players try to guess who said it!

May 3, 2019

Lehner's storybook season, leadership earns team and league's respect

By: Chris Lomon

Who’s the most vocal player in the New York Islanders? Lehner’s storybook season recently added a couple of other chapters.

April 30, 2019

What Google won't tell you about Domi, Horvat, Kane, Lee, Oshie & Scheifele

By: NHLPA Staff

Max Domi, Bo Horvat, Patrick Kane, Anders Lee, T.J. Oshie, and Mark Scheifele all share what you can't Google about them!

April 26, 2019

My Top 5 | Mat Barzal

By: Chris Lomon

Here are a handful of cool facts about the Islanders' talented young forward. And as you’ll see, five is a perfect number to note when you talk Barzal.

April 23, 2019

Nelson showcases knack for creating offence in Isles series sweep

By: Chris Lomon

He was once a tall, lanky kid looking to add some size and skill to his game. Mission accomplished for Brock Nelson.

April 17, 2019

Islanders prove they're for real in sweep of Penguins

By: Canadian Press

The expectations were modest at first. The New York Islanders simply wanted to be better than the team that allowed the most goals in the NHL in 2017-18. Tougher to play against. Smarter on both ends of the ice.

April 16, 2019

My Top 5 | Anders Lee

By: Chris Lomon

What made Lee a difference maker on and off the ice? Former coach Jeff Jackson offers up his thoughts in this week’s edition of My Top 5!

April 2, 2019

Eberle holds early opportunities to represent Canada dear

By: Chris Lomon

Before he went on to have a distinguished career wearing the maple leaf, a young Jordan Eberle got his first taste of what national pride meant while playing hockey in the Yukon.

February 19, 2019

11:11 has a different meaning for Josh Bailey

By: Tim Wharnsby

Every once in a while an incident or a scene will evoke a memory with New York Islanders veteran forward Josh Bailey about his late junior teammate, Mickey Renaud.

February 13, 2019

Be A Player: Rewind | Steve Thomas

By: Nadia Vocaturo

Amid Steve Thomas' final NHL season, the player of 1,235 NHL games and 933 points talks going from undrafted to playing for his hometown team of the Toronto Maple Leafs.

February 7, 2019

Player of the Week | Mathew Barzal

By: Nadia Vocaturo

Mathew Barzal came out of the holiday break on a tear with a pair of performances that helped him co-lead the week's scoring.

December 31, 2018

My Top 5 | Thomas Greiss

By: Chris Lomon

When it comes to getting his wheels in motion, Thomas Greiss enjoys taking his love for mountain biking to new heights.

November 20, 2018

Be A Player: Rewind | Chris Osgood

By: Nadia Vocaturo

Chris Osgood speaks to his time with Detroit as best he can before knowing he would return to the city for a third Stanley Cup win!

October 25, 2018