Tag Archives: Kyle Okposo

Okposo to return versus Rangers, Tavares run at Hart

Posted on March 10, 2015 by Derek

When Kyle Okposo went down, it was uncertain when he’d return for the Islanders. After suffering a detached retina, the original expectation is that he’d miss two months. Of course, that was optimistic given how scary an eye injury is. … Continue reading →

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Okposo Expected To Miss Six To Eight Weeks

Posted on January 26, 2015 by Derek

The Islanders lost Kyle Okposo for an extended period. He’ll be tough to replace. Continue reading →

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Video Of Day: Okposo scores four goals

Posted on January 17, 2015 by Derek

Saturday’s Video Of Day is none other than Kyle Okposo’s four goals highlighting an Islanders’ come from behind 6-3 win over the Penguins last night at Nassau Coliseum. In a first place battle, Okposo was front and center helping the … Continue reading →

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Okposo and Visnovsky score 51 seconds apart in big Islander win over Hawks

Posted on December 13, 2014 by Derek

Big goals 51 seconds apart from Kyle Okposo and Lubomir Visnovsky led the Islanders to a big win over the Blackhawks. They rallied back from a goal down defeating Chicago 3-2 to end a three-game losing streak. They became the … Continue reading →

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Blues comeback over Isles gives Brodeur win number 689

Posted on December 6, 2014 by Derek

Martin Brodeur picked up his first win as a Blue in relief. With his new team trailing the Islanders 3-0 after one period, Brodeur relieved Jake Allen (3 GA on 12 shots). St. Louis coach Ken Hitchcock’s move paid off … Continue reading →

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“First Place Islanders” Sweep Penguins On Billy Smith Night

Posted on November 23, 2014 by Derek

On a special night, the Islanders honored Billy Smith by sweeping the Penguins with a big 4-1 win to move into a first place tie. They’re off to a 14-6-0 start. The club’s best since 1987-88. Continue reading →

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Islanders fly under radar as big tests await

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Derek

The Islanders continue to fly under the radar in the metropolitan area. After a strong start, they slumped. After falling to Winnipeg at home, consecutive defeats at Colorado and San Jose had fans and media wondering if it was time … Continue reading →

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Sharks Deal Islanders Third Straight Loss

Posted on November 2, 2014 by Derek

The Islanders were defeated by the Sharks 3-1 Saturday night at HP Pavilion. Logan Couture scored the game-winner with 8:10 left in regulation. James Sheppard added an insurance marker with 4:25 remaining to put it away. It was the Islanders’ … Continue reading →

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Game #4: Islanders Humiliate Rangers 6-3

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Derek

If you thought the home opener was bad, you hadn’t seen nothing yet. Facing their blood rival, the Rangers turned in a pitiful performance. With the game tied up, the Islanders scored four straight goals to humiliate the Rangers 6-3 … Continue reading →

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Game Preview: Islanders versus Rangers

Posted on October 14, 2014 by Derek

The Battle Of New York renews later tonight when the Islanders pay a visit to MSG against the Rangers. Thus far, it’s Long Island part of the rivalry that’s off to a good start. The Islanders swept a home and … Continue reading →

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