Islanders News: Playoffs clinched, rematch with Hurricanes looms
The Islanders’ 7-0-1 run gets them into the playoffs, where a familiar foe awaits.
Islanders 4, Devils 1: Clinched.
A big win in New Jersey secures third in the Metropolitan Division for the New York Islanders.
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Islanders @ Devils: The marbles [Game #81]
It seems so simple, yet can be so elusive.
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 287 - Another Day at the Office
Mike and Dan recap a successful couple of games that have put the Islanders on the brink of clinching a playoff spot - which is both good and terrifying.
Islanders Gameday News: A win would do it right
The Islanders have destiny in their hands, facing the Devils while all their wild card competitors also play tonight.
Rangers 3*, Islanders 2 (*SO): Smurfs inch by via shootout in possible playoff preview
Except there’s no shootout in the playoffs, so this last part was an exercise in coin flippery.
Islanders Gameday [Game #80]: Rematch with the Rangers could impact first round
The spring Battle of New York continues.
Weird Islanders: The Podcast! - Randy Robitaille (with guest Adam Gretz)
Joined by Penguins writer and fan Adam Gretz, Mike and Dan remember Randy Robitaille, who had a surprisingly productive NHL career for several teams.
Islanders News: Playoff spot can be clinched tomorrow
Goals from Engvall, Cizikas, and Palmieri (GWG) have the Isles on the brink of clinching.
Islanders 3, Canadiens 2 (OT): Palmieri winner lifts Isles to sixth straight win
A strong game from Varlamov and goals from Engvall, Cizikas, and Palmieri lead the Islanders over Montreal in key game.
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 286 - The Assassination of Mika Zibanejad by the Coward Adam Pelech
Mike and Dan wade into the aftermath of the Islanders 4-2 win over the Rangers, including a coach disagreement, bad acting, entitlement and anger. Sponsored by Hot Topic.
Islanders Gameday News: Hab a nice evening?
The Montreal Canadiens visit, for the final "really should win" of the year.
Islanders News: Solidifying playoff spot, angering Rangers
Bunch of babies out on Seventh Avenue.
Islanders 4 (EN), Rangers 2: Isles grab early lead, hang on for two cardiac points
The Isles got off to a great start, then tried to give it back, but Semyon Varlamov wouldn’t let them.
Islanders vs. Rangers [Game #78]: Having an old friend for dinner
With playoffs on the line, what a time to reacquaint with an old rival.
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 285 - Stressful to the Very End
Mike and Dan try to make sense of the Islanders’ recent turnaround, that saw them win four straight and vault into third place in the Metro Division.
Islanders News: Still in shock, and prepared to be punched again
After beginning last week looking like a lost cause, four wins make for a fresh and bright Monday sitting in 3rd in the Metro.
Islanders News: Destiny under control after Trotz visit
The Islanders honored their former coach with a defensive show.
Islanders 2 (EN), Predators 0: What is this sorcery?
And what kind of crushing blow is it setting us up for?
Islanders vs. Predators: Do it for (to) Barry [Game #77 thread]
The Islanders could really use this one.
Islanders Gameday News: In the driver’s seat, Isles need to break curse against Preds
They can’t lose to Nashville forever, right? The streak has to end some time. How about tonight, with Barry Trotz there?
Islanders News: Earth shakes as Isles move into playoff spot
The world isn’t ending just because the Islanders are somehow back in it.
Islanders 4, Blue Jackets 2 (EN): Back in a playoff spot after a win in Columbus
Engvall, Horvat, Dobson, and Palmieri all get goals in solid win in Columbus.
Islanders Gameday News: Gotta do it in Columbus
The Islanders face the Blue Jackets, who are in last place but aren’t giving games away.
Islanders News: Keeping the dream alive
The Islanders came back and held on to beat the Blackhawks. Thanks to outside help, they’re a point out of a playoff spot.
Islanders 2, Blackhawks 1: Script flipped, for one night at least
A comeback! No blown lead! No ENG either, but you can’t have everything.
Islanders vs. Blackhawks: You’ve no other choice [Game #75 thread]
The Islanders have to win (but won’t). When they do, you’ll have to care (but will try not to). This is the way, until it ends.
Islanders B2B Gameday News: 22 times, Bueller
The Isles get two points but make us feel bad about it anyway.
Islanders 4, Flyers 3 (OT): Isles give a point away but take two in Philadelphia
Goals from Matt Martin, Bo Horvat, Anders Lee, and Brock Nelson help the Islanders pick up an important two points.
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 284 - You’re the Desperate Team
Mike and Dan examine an up-and-down trip to Florida and the Islanders’ refusal to recognize their precarious situation, and recap their first ever live event.