Category Archives: NY Islanders

Game 4 Capitals 2 Islanders 1 Backstrom’s overtime winner evens series

It was all set up for the Islanders. Following a thrilling 2-1 Game 3 overtime triumph on captain John Tavares’ goal 15 seconds in, the Long Island hosts had a great chance to take a commanding 3-1 series lead over … Continue reading

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Capitals comeback squares series, defeat Islanders 4-3 to take Game 2

The Islanders had their chances. They easily could’ve taken a commanding 2-0 series lead on the Capitals with the next two in their barn. Instead, they had to settle for a split in Washington. The Caps rallied from a 3-1 … Continue reading

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Islanders get off to good start in Game 1 win over Capitals

If the start was any indication, the Islanders have erased the end of the regular season from their memory banks. They convincingly took Game 1 over the Capitals 4-1 at a very quiet Verizon Center on the first night of … Continue reading

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Series Preview: Islanders ready to do battle against Capitals

Tonight’s the night for the Islanders and their fans. They return to the playoffs following a disappointing ’13-14. During the first half, coach Jack Capuano’s club was the story vaulting into first in the Metropolitan Division and at one point … Continue reading

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2015 NHL Playoff Preview and Predictions

For sixteen teams, it’s a chance to dream. For some participants, they’ll get out of the gate tomorrow. Eight teams are in action Wednesday. They include the Canadiens, Senators, Capitals, Islanders, Predators, Blackhawks, Canucks and Flames. Indeed, Canada will be … Continue reading

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First Round Schedule Set

The NHL Playoffs are set. So is the first round schedule. Continue reading

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Islanders fall in shootout to Blue Jackets, Lose home ice to Capitals

The Islanders lost a wild game to the Blue Jackets 5-4 in a shootout losing home ice to the Caps for their first round series. Continue reading

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In Playoffs, Islanders can clinch third place versus Penguins

The Islanders are in the playoffs for one final time at Nassau Coliseum. They can still move up to second in the Metro Division and hurt the Penguins with a win tonight. Continue reading

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Wild Tuesday Sets Up Frantic Finish

For the Islanders, they’re still fighting to get in the playoffs following a gut wrenching loss. The East remains wild with 5 teams chasing 4 spots. Continue reading

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Islanders re-sign Boychuk for seven years $42 million

In a move that should give them staying power when they relocate to Brooklyn, the Islanders made big news by re-signing defenseman Johnny Boychuk to a seven-year $42 million. After dealing away two second round picks (2015 & 2016) plus a … Continue reading

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