When the puck drops on the National Hockey League’s Winter Classic in Minnesota tonight, fans will hopefully remember how special it is to host an outdoor game. Due to COVID-19

A superstar duo New York Islanders’ head coach Barry Trotz once coached was Nicklas Backstrom and Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals. If Trotz decides to unite Mathew Barzal and

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

Austin Czarnik has made a stronger case than most to be a regular player in the Islanders lineup this season. He does not dazzle with his skill and is by

After an extended Christmas pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Hockey League (NHL) season is officially back underway. Following the resumption of games on Tuesday, Dec. 28, teams

As many of you may know, I’m not from Long Island, but I go to school here at Hofstra. Growing up, I’d drive to the Nassau Coliseum from Connecticut. Now

$5.5 million was too expensive for a first-line right-winger whose offensive impact complemented the uniquely effective production of the Islanders’ franchise center. However, $5 million was a worthy price for

After going 14 straight games without a point, Islanders forward Anthony Beauvillier appears to have turned a corner. He scored the game-winning goal on Thursday against the Boston Bruins and

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

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