Author: Ben Baruch
Born and raised on Long Island. Isles fan since 2009. Studying journalism at the University of Maryland, College Park.
Semyon Varlamov: 2020 New York Islanders Grades So Far
A large part of the Islanders’ success over the last two seasons is their goalie tandem. When Robin Lehner signed with the Chicago Blackhawks this past offseason, the team brought
Read MoreAndrew Ladd Can Prove His Worth in the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs
Andrew Ladd may never get a better (or another) chance to prove his worth to the Islanders than in the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs this summer. The 34-year-old forward, who
Read MoreIlya Sorokin and Igor Shesterkin Headline Battle of New York
The future of the Battle of New York will also be the battle of two Russian goalie phenoms. Ilya Sorokin and Igor Shesterkin are considered to be among the NHL’s
Read MoreNassau Coliseum to Close Indefinitely
UNIONDALE, NY — The Islanders are yet again without a home. Until billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov can find an investor to pay off the $100 million in debt accrued by the
Read MoreThomas Greiss: 2020 New York Islanders Grades So Far
Our take on Thomas Greiss’ season so far.
Read MoreQualifying Round Goaltending Preview: Semyon Varlamov vs. Sergei Bobrovsky
Semyon Varlamov and Sergei Bobrovsky were arguably the two most coveted free agent goalies last summer. When the NHL resumes play, they’ll be in net when the New York Islanders
Read MoreAdam Pelech Cleared to Play when NHL Resumes
Adam Pelech will be available to play when the NHL resumes, general manager Lou Lamoriello announced Wednesday. Pelech suffered an Achilles tendon injury in a “freak accident” before the game
Read MoreOur Take on Some of the Best NHL Arenas
Due to the coronavirus outbreak, the NHL is proposing to finish out the season in different locations, choosing four NHL arenas, one from each division. With that being the case,
Read MoreCOVID-19 Outbreak Can Impact Lou Lamoriello and RFAs
GM Lou Lamoriello said Saturday that he intends to sign all three of his RFAs and bring over Ilya Sorokin. Will COVID-19 let him?
Read MoreNHL Pauses Season Due to Coronavirus
The NHL announced Thursday that the 2019-2020 season would be paused, effective immediately. The announcement comes less than 24 hours after the NBA suspended its season after Utah Jazz forward
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