It’s no one’s fault that the Islanders haven’t been able to roll out a consistent lineup for most of the season. They have no control over COVID-19 outbreaks or injuries, and even ignoring those, it takes time to find the right combinations. But their front group is now healthy and it looks like they can … Read more
It’s not clear exactly when the Islanders will get Ryan Pulock back. But it is clear that he’s growing closer to a return — and that the Islanders very much need him as soon as possible. When Pulock suffered a lower-body injury in mid-November, the initial diagnosis was he could return after four to six … Read more
At least it’s not COVID-19. The islanders can now add the weather to the long list of issues that have disrupted their 2021-22 season. The game scheduled for Saturday against the Kraken was postponed late Friday due to the snow storm that would hit the New York metro area. The game, originally scheduled for 2 … Read more
If Thursday was a ‘prove it’ game for the Islanders, the only thing they proved they’re not around, at all, was where they need to be if they hope to squeeze something out of this season. The Islanders went into the evening with their lineup almost completely healthy (Ryan Pulock is now the only regular … Read more
The Islanders are not going to win games with their offense. That’s not who they are. It’s not who they want to be. Head coach Barry Trotz offered that reminder following his team’s 3-2 loss Thursday night to the Kings. “We’re not going to be a high-generating team for the most part,” Trotz said. “Our … Read more