5 Islanders Unlikely To Return & Pieces To Fix Power Play
Also, some positive news on Islanders prospects.
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In today’s edition, we reveal the pieces that can help fix the slumping power play and some positive news on prospects from the Islanders and Rangers. But five Islanders could be out the door after the season ends.
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Now, on to the good stuff…
Islanders & Rangers Prospects Shine in Bridgeport, Hartford Game
April 4, 2024 by Michael Ostrower
It was a duel between prospects Wednesday night in Hartford, with the visiting Bridgeport Islanders coming out on top over the Hartford Wolf Pack 4-1. A game primarily controlled by the Islanders can be attributed to the performance of top prospects Alex Jefferies and William Dufour. Hartford had their chances, with the best stemming from Brett Berard, Ryder Korczak, and 2021 first-round pick Brennan Othmann.
Islanders Have Pieces to Fix Power Play
April 5, 2024 by Mike Fink
The New York Islanders did something against the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday they hadn’t done in the previous six games: They scored a power-play goal. It came in the third period and ended up making the difference as the Islanders clawed to a 2-1 victory in a game they needed to win.
5 Islanders Unlikely to Return in 2024-25
April 5, 2024 by Michael Ostrower
The 2023-24 season has not lived up to expectations for the New York Islanders, and this summer will force the team to re-evaluate the entire roster. They are still in the playoff race, but it is evident they need to make some moves to take the next step. While the majority of the core is on long-term deals, there are a few pending free agents who could be set to join new teams next season.