Who Is To Blame for How Much Islanders Have Struggled?

The Islanders have struggled this season. One game after the All-Star Break, the Isles are at NHL .500 with a 17-17-6 record, good for 40 points. The team is sixth

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The Islanders Are in Desperate Need of a Goal-Scorer

After the All-Star Break, the New York Islanders have a record of 16-17-6, putting them in 25th place in the NHL. The main reason for the Islanders’ disappointing season has

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Analyzing How New York Islanders Offseason Affected Team

The New York Islanders have struggled this season and the 2021 offseason is a big reason why. This past offseason, it was evident the Islanders needed a small boost to

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How Will Ryan Pulock Returning From Injury Impact the Islanders?

On Nov. 15, Ryan Pulock suffered a lower-body injury in the middle of the Islanders’ game against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Pulock has been out for the past seven weeks but is expected

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World Junior Championship Halted, NHL Games Postponed

The COVID-19 pandemic has plagued the entire hockey world. During November and December, positive tests caused the postponement of dozens of NHL games. Then, on Dec. 29, the International Ice

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Analytics Corner: The Islanders Should Scratch Josh Bailey

The longest-tenured Islander, Josh Bailey has been a mainstay in the Islanders lineup for more than a decade. He has performed well in certain high-leverage situations, cementing his place in

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New York Islanders 2021 Christmas Wishes

The New York Islanders have had a difficult 2021-22 season, but the Christmas break is here to give the team a fresh start. When hockey returns on Monday and the

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12 Days of Christmas: New York Islanders Edition

To get in the Christmas spirit here at Drive4Five, let’s analyze the New York Islanders, but with a twist — we will be doing it like the 12 Days of Christmas! 12 Assists Mathew Barzal is currently leading

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Top NHL Trade Options For Islanders To Pursue

At 8-12-6, the New York Islanders have been one of the biggest disappointments in the NHL this season. However, the team has talent — they made the final four each

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Part of Islanders’ Struggles Are On Lou Lamoriello and Barry Trotz

There’s no denying that general manager Lou Lamoriello and head coach Barry Trotz have done some great things for the New York Islanders. The team made it to the third round of the

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