Author: John Smark
2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs Predictions: COVID-19 Edition
The NHL season came to a screeching halt in early March due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With most teams having 10-15 games left, the regular season has yet to be
Read MoreWhere Will Ilya Sorokin Fit in the Islanders' Goalie Tandem?
The recent signing of Russian net-minder Ilya Sorokin has been in the making for over five years. The Siberian man has been cited by Islanders fans to be one of
Read MoreScott Mayfield: Journey From Unknown Call Up to NHL Regular
It has been five years since the Islanders gave the Washington Capitals a tough physical test in a seven game series in the first round of the playoffs. The Islanders
Read MoreGoal Breakdown Cup Winner Edition: Alex Pietrangelo Scores A Beauty
With the NHL being on hold for now, there are no new goals for me to break down every week so I will be going back in time and breaking
Read MoreMathew Barzal and Jean-Gabriel Pageau Playing Together Can Improve the Islanders
It is no secret that the Islanders offense has been holding them back this season. Logically, Islanders General Manager Lou Lamierello went out and acquired Jean-Gabriel Pageau from the Ottawa
Read MoreFive Influential Islanders from the 2010s
The last decade was an up and down one for the Islanders. In some seasons, the Islanders were struggling to stay competitive, while in others, cup contention was on
Read MoreThe Importance of Staying In Shape During COVID-19 Pandemic
While it is easy for us who are asked to stay home and self-quarantine during the days of COVID-19 to not stress about those potential extra couch pounds being added,
Read MoreTrade Deadline NHL Deals Should Be Re-Analyzed
As days progress, the likelihood of the 2019-20 season resuming becomes less of a reality. While this sorrowing reality becomes more apparent, it is fair to ask what is going
Read MoreMarch New York Islanders Monthly Report
As shocking as it may sound, hockey was played this month before the COVID-19 pandemic forced the stoppage of all sports. The Islanders had a rough start to March before
Read MoreThomas Greiss Leaves Behind A Historic Legacy
The 2019-20 season is likely the last for Thomas Greiss in the blue and orange. With Semyon Varlamov signed long-term and Ilya Sorokin potentially signing an NHL deal, the German
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