New York Islanders

Kyle Okposo - Player of the Week

By: NHLPA Staff

After six points last week, a number that included a four-goal game, Kyle Okposo is the NHLPA.com Player of the Week

January 19, 2015

‘Hero the Hero’ An Uplifting Story

By: Chris Lomon

Matt Carkner is proud to play a role in helping his wife Kary & sister-in-law Pam bring their children’s book to life

December 12, 2014

Strome Assisting in Isles' Ultimate Goal

By: Chris Lomon

The goal won’t be found on his stat sheet, but Ryan Strome still managed to get a reaction from his teammates at a recent New York Islanders morning practice.

November 7, 2014

TOM POTI ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT AFTER 14 NHL SEASONS

By: NHLPA Staff

Poti, an All-Star defenceman and Olympic silver medalist, played in 824 career NHL games with the Oilers, Rangers, Islanders and Capitals

May 1, 2014

Strome At Home on Long Island

By: Chris Lomon

Ryan Strome is proving himself ready for the NHL & looking to help the Islanders continue to grow

March 17, 2014

ADRIAN AUCOIN ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT AFTER 17 NHL SEASONS

By: NHLPA Media Release

Veteran defenceman of 1,108 games scored in his first career regular season game, playoff game & All-Star Game – each time on his first shot

November 19, 2013

Trading Places

By: Chris Lomon

Following the Matt Moulson & Thomas Vanek trade teammates on both sides give some insight into the impact on both teams

October 30, 2013

An Austrian In New York

By: Chris Lomon

Michael Grabner has made the journey from his hometown in Austria to the big stage of the NHL

October 3, 2013

Matt Martin A Smashing Success

By: Chris Lomon

The feisty Islanders forward has carved out his career by battling through junior and into the NHL

September 25, 2013

Andy Sutton Announces Retirement From NHL After 15 Years

By: NHLPA Staff

The veteran, physical defenceman played in 676 NHL games over the course of his career, with seven different teams

May 22, 2013

Thomas Hickey Explains What It Takes To Make It

By: Catherine Faas

Thomas Hickey explains the difference between great players, and great players who manage to break into the NHL.

May 14, 2013

BRIAN ROLSTON ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT AFTER 17 NHL SEASONS

By: NHLPA Staff

Stanley Cup winner and three-time Olympian with the United States played in 1,256 NHL games

April 30, 2013

A New Experience

By: Chris Lomon

Matt Moulson and the Islanders are pumped for the playoffs and looking for more reasons to celebrate in 2013

April 26, 2013

Isles Looking to ‘Grab’ An Opportunity

By: Chris Lomon

Speedy forward Michael Grabner eager to help the Islanders meet their playoff expectations

January 25, 2013

John Tavares on Being a Mentor

By: NHLPA Staff

John Tavares discussing his role as a mentor for the NHLPA All-Canadians program and what it means to give back to the youth of the game in Canada.

November 20, 2012

What John Tavares Learned Along The Way

By: NHLPA Staff

Former #1 NHL draft pick and now NHL All-Star John Tavares reflects on his hockey journey from skating in his backyard with fellow NHL-er Sam Gagner as kids to being drafted into the league in 2009.

September 24, 2012

Matt Moulson on Eating for Performance

By: NHLPA Staff

Matt Moulson has worked hard to make his way into the NHL.

June 8, 2012

Matt Moulson on the Importance of School

By: NHLPA Staff

Matt Moulson knows the value of a good education in both becoming a better professional hockey player and overall better person.

May 15, 2012

Mrs. Harper Visits With Players

By: NHLPA Staff

NHLPA Goals & Dreams and Mrs. Laureen Harper are united in their support of Project North and helping bring athletic opportunities to northern communities

March 12, 2012

The Power of Equality

By: Chris Lomon

NHLPA members join You Can Play in working to ensure the equality & respect of athletes regardless of their sexual orientation

March 9, 2012