The New York Islanders touch down in Dallas for a Sunday night showdown, where head coach Pete DeBoer squares off against his former team. The three‑game Central swing—Dallas, Nashville, Minnesota—continues without injured stars Mat Barzal, Alex Romanov, Cal Ritchie and Matias Maccelli, and features Brayden Schenn returning to center. Meanwhile, the Winnipeg Jets finally move on from Connor Hellebuyck, who is headed to the New Jersey Devils after a trade, sparking talk of three elite goalies in the state. The article also notes Dawson Mercer’s timely Heritage Classic debut, the Hurricanes’ failed Hellebuyck pursuit, and the Oilers’ recent loss to the Leafs.
The Islanders vs Stars preview breaks down Sunday's matchup in Dallas, covering form, injuries and projected starting goalies for both sides.
The New York Islanders were floated as a potential third‑party facilitator in a Connor Hellebuyck trade, but the Winnipeg Jets ultimately dealt the 33‑year‑old goalie directly to the New Jersey Devils on Oct. 23. Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff lamented the difficulty of moving a goaltender with Hellebuyck’s $8.5 M cap hit and no‑move clause. New Jersey received Hellebuyck, while Winnipeg acquired forwards Dawson Mercer and Nick Bjugstad, goalie Nico Daws, prospect Alexander Command, a 2029 second‑round pick and a 2027 seventh‑round pick. The Islanders, sitting 5‑3‑2, were only considered as a salary‑absorbing broker. Hellebuyck returns to Winnipeg on Nov. 10 when the Jets host the Devils.
It’s hard not to look at last night’s win over the Islanders and picture the game going similarly, but with a loss in overtime. The Kings lost more games in either overtime or the shootout than any other team in the NHL last season. Look at the numbers and it wouldn’t be all that hard […]
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In Episode 93 of the Weird Islanders podcast (Oct. 23, 2026), hosts Mike and Dan sit down with former Bridgeport Sound Tigers enforcer Pascal Morency and Blog Box veteran Tom Liodice. They recount Morency’s gritty three‑year stint in Bridgeport, his lone New York Islanders preseason appearance in 2009, and the notorious bench‑hit on Calgary’s Dion Phanuef that led to Kyle Okposo’s injury and a ten‑game suspension for Morency. The show also revisits the early‑Internet Islanders Blog Box, highlights Morency’s community‑Man‑of‑the‑Year award, memorable fights (including one‑handed brawls), and his final chapter with the Sheffield Steelers. A bonus “Weird Islanders Extra” with Tom adds a rare team photo from the late‑2000s.
The Islanders fought back from a 2-0 deficit to force overtime against the Kings, but a late goal—set up by Adam Pelech—ended their night with a 4-3 loss. Darcy Kuemper’s strong net play and Semyon Varlamov’s shaky performance (including a penalty‑shot stop) kept the game close, securing only a regulation point and extending the Isles’ modest points streak while halting their two‑game win run. Highlights elsewhere: Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl each notch five points as the Oilers beat the defending champs, and Nick Suzuki misses his first game in 546 straight due to injury.
The LA Kings skated to their second consecutive victory, a 3-2 overtime win against the New York Islanders on Thursday evening at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY. The Kings opened the scoring just shy of six minutes into the game, as forward Artemi Panarin scored for the second straight game. Defenseman Brandt Clarke stepped up […]
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The New York Islanders rallied from a 2-0 first‑period deficit to force overtime against the Los Angeles Kings at UBS Arena on Oct. 22, 2026. Victor Eklund broke Darcy Kuemper’s shutout with a power‑play goal and Matthew Schaefer tied the game with his first goal, matching Bobby Orr for second‑most teenage defenseman goals. Despite 42 shots, the Isles fell short as Brandt Clarke scored the OT winner for the Kings, final score 3‑2. The article notes the Isles’ solid recent run, injuries, and the impact of missing Mat Barzal in 3‑on‑3.
Los Angeles Kings 3, New York Islanders 2 FINAL – Overtime Game Preview WATCH: ESPN+ / Hulu LISTEN: 830 AM KLAA, ESPN LA App, LA Kings App SOG: LAK – 27 NYI – 42 PP: LAK – 0/2 NYI – 1/3 First Period 1. LAK – Artemi Panarin (5) – (Alex Laferriere, Brandt Clarke) – […]
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The New York Islanders host the Los Angeles Kings as veteran netminder Semyon Varlamov makes his first home start in years. The Isles have now lost five straight to the Kings, with their last victory coming on Dec. 9, 2023, when Lane Lambert was still head coach. Despite the losing streak, New York rides a recent upswing, having won two consecutive games and posting a 3‑0‑1 record in its last four. No major lineup changes are expected for this matchup.
The Kings visit the Islanders Thursday night at UBS Arena, with a surprise goaltending change for New York: veteran Semyon Varlamov replaces Ilya Sorokin. Los Angeles, fresh off a 5-2 win over Washington, looks to ride captain Drew Doughty’s chemistry boost after a 1‑4‑2 start, while New York rides a 4‑1‑0 home run despite missing center Mathew Barzal and other key forwards. Both teams grapple with injuries in the middle, and the matchup pits a depleted Kings offense (31st in scoring) against Varlamov’s solid 1.94 GAA and .905 save percentage. The game tips off at 7:30 p.m. ET on Disney+, ESPN+ and Hulu.
The Islanders snap their injury‑laden skid with a 3‑2 win over the struggling Ducks on Oct. 22, 2026. After falling behind 2‑0, Ondrej Palat, Victor Eklund and Simon Holmstrom scored to give Long Island a 3‑1 lead. Anaheim rallied late when Cutter Gauthier netted the final goal, but Ilya Sorokin earned the win for the Islanders. The game marked Leo Carlsson’s first visit to Long Island since signing a five‑year, $90 million deal, and forced the Isles to call up Mitchell Chaffe and debut Kyle McLean after injuries to Alexander Romanov, Mat Barzal, Matias Maccelli and Callum Ritchie. The victory launches a four‑game point streak as they prepare to host the Kings Thursday.
The Kings head to the Islanders on Oct. 22 seeking back‑to‑back wins after a road‑trip victory, but center Quinton Byfield remains day‑to‑day with an upper‑body injury, leaving Erik Haula as a placeholder. Artemi Panarin and Adrian Kempe each tallied three points in the last game, and goalie Darcy Kuemper appears to be returning to Vezina‑caliber form with a .930+ save percentage in recent starts. Coach Peter Laviolette is expected to stick with the top defensive duo Brandt Clarke‑Erik Gustafsson, while Cody Ceci is a likely scratch. The matchup, broadcast on ESPN+ at 4:30 p.m. PT, pits a 1‑4‑2 Kings against a 5‑4‑0 Islanders, and the Kings hold a perfect 9‑0‑1 record against New York dating back to Jan. 2022.
WHO: Los Angeles Kings (1-4-2) @ New York Islanders (5-3-1) WHAT: 2026-27 NHL Regular Season, Game 8/84 WHEN: Thursday, October 22 @ 4:30 PM Pacific WHERE: UBS Arena – Elmont, NY HOW TO FOLLOW: VIDEO: ESPN+ / Hulu – AUDIO: 830 AM KLAA, ESPN LA App, LA Kings App – TWITTER: @dooleylak & @lakings TODAY’S […]
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Scott Mayfield's time in New York may be coming to an end. Drew Doughty will take a team-friendly deal to stay, and UPL is part of the Sabres future?
Scott Mayfield's time in New York may be coming to an end. Drew Doughty will take a team-friendly deal to stay, and UPL is part of the Sabres future?
Seth Jarvis could make his season debut tonight. Linus Ullmark needed help leaving the ice, and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins set to return.
Seth Jarvis could make his season debut tonight. Linus Ullmark needed help leaving the ice, and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins set to return.
New York Islanders GM Mathieu Darche bluntly denies any trade talk involving defenseman Scott Mayfield, stating there is “no truth” to the rumors. The denial follows a report that Mayfield, limited to just two games this season and sitting out a matchup against Anaheim, could request a move if his ice time doesn’t improve. Mayfield, 34, is in the fourth year of a seven‑year, $24.5 million contract with a $3.5 million cap hit and holds a full no‑trade clause this season. While clubs like Anaheim, Los Angeles, Chicago and Seattle have been mentioned as potential targets, the Islanders maintain they have not asked him to waive his clause.
Six clubs—including the St. Louis Blues, Toronto Maple Leafs, New York Islanders, Nashville Predators, Philadelphia Flyers and Seattle Kraken—have queried the Carolina Hurricanes about defenseman Alexander Nikishin, who remains unsigned after his entry‑level deal expired. The 25‑year‑old, fresh off an 11‑goal, 22‑assist rookie season and a Stanley Cup run, is demanding a seven‑year contract worth $8‑9 million a year ($56‑63 million total). Carolina’s trade talks, such as a stalled package for Connor Hellebuyck, have stalled, and the team’s cap constraints keep talks in limbo, leaving the Hurricanes 8‑2‑1 without him.
The LA Kings are set to recall 23‑year‑old forward Jared Wright from the AHL Ontario side before Thursday’s road game against the New York Islanders. Wright, who has bounced between the Kings and the Reign all season and is waiver‑exempt, has appeared in just one NHL game this year after 23 games last season. The move follows Quinton Byfield’s early exit with an upper‑body injury in Washington, leaving him day‑to‑day per coach Peter Laviolette. Wright’s return gives the Kings a fresh option on the injury‑hit roster.
Ben Kindel had a medical episode on a plane and the Penguins had to turn around. Bowen Byram not in concussion protocol. The Oilers will get a couple of healthy bodies back soon.
Ben Kindel had a medical episode on a plane and the Penguins had to turn around. Bowen Byram not in concussion protocol. The Oilers will get a couple of healthy bodies back soon.
The New York Islanders clinch a back‑to‑back win, edging the Anaheim Ducks 3‑2 on Oct. 20, 2026. After leading 3‑1 for most of the game, a late surge from Alex Killorn—assisted by Leo Carlsson—cuts the margin to one with under three minutes left, and the Ducks strike the post in the final seconds. Ilya Sorokin makes 15 saves, including a key stop that sparks the opening goal, a three‑player sequence capped by Ondrej Palát. Victor Eklund scores his second NHL goal, while Simon Holmström restores the two‑goal lead on the power play. Coach Pete DeBoer praises the team's most complete 60‑minute effort despite missed chances.
The Ducks are in (on a back-to-back after transcontinental travel), the Islanders are injured but disciplined. This is a good chance for two points. (So naturally…) This is our game thread. Go easy on the orange tonight, okay?