Author: Ben Baruch
Born and raised on Long Island. Isles fan since 2009. Studying journalism at the University of Maryland, College Park.
Is Lane Lambert Really a “New Voice” for the Islanders?
After general manager Lou Lamoriello emphasized that the Islanders needed a “new voice” when he fired Barry Trotz, he shifted his tone slightly when he promoted Lane Lambert. “Maybe it
Read MoreFive Reasons Why Islanders Will Make 2023 NHL Playoffs
The Islanders missed the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs, but that doesn’t mean that will be the case in 2023. Earlier this month, I listed five reasons why the Islanders missed
Read MoreAnalysis: Islanders’ Barry Trotz Fired After Four Seasons
The Barry Trotz era of Islanders’ hockey is over, as general manager Lou Lamoriello fired him Monday. Trotz, now the third-winningest coach in NHL history, brought stability to the Islanders
Read MoreFive Reasons Why the Islanders Missed the NHL Playoffs
The New York Islanders were preseason Stanley Cup contenders, but failed to make the NHL playoffs this year. The 13-game road trip, the compact schedule and COVID-19 were too much
Read MoreIslanders Should Focus On Depth Signings in Free Agency
Every successful business has a core competency — something they’re distinctly good at, and what sets them apart from the competition. For the Islanders, their depth has been their core
Read MoreSix Months After Opening Night, Islanders Play Hurricanes
A lot’s changed since the last time the New York Islanders played the Carolina Hurricanes. It was the opening night of the regular season in Raleigh, North Carolina. Analysts were
Read MoreLou Lamoriello Proved His Loyalty at the NHL Trade Deadline
Last week’s trade deadline proved Islanders’ general manager Lou Lamoriello shows incredible loyalty to his players. That loyalty will help the team long-term, even though the short-term returns don’t seem
Read MoreCan Lou Lamoriello Pull Off “Hockey Trades?”
“Hockey trades” are what will make the Islanders better, according to Lou Lamoriello. But do the Isles have the assets to pull one off? There were two takeaways from Lamoriello’s
Read MoreNoah Dobson Could Win a Norris Trophy
The Islanders have a Norris Trophy-worthy defenseman, and his name is not Adam Pelech. Noah Dobson has been one of the hottest NHL defensemen in 2022. He has 20 points
Read MoreCould the Toronto Maple Leafs Trade for Josh Bailey?
Josh Bailey had his most productive season playing on John Tavares’ wing, and the Toronto Maple Leafs would be a better team if they trade for him The Maple Leafs
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