3 Trades the Islanders Can Make to Create Cap Space
There’s been a lot of surprising late-summer movement. In case you were off the grid or on vacation recently (good for you if that was the case), here’s a rundown…
Category Archives: Scott Mayfield
Islanders Don’t Compete with NHL’s Elite Teams Thanks to Lou Lamoriello’s Contract Philosophy
The notorious Lou Lamoriello has been at the helm as New York Islanders general manager (GM) for the past six seasons. During his time, the Islanders have gone on two…
Islanders vs. Rangers: 2024-25 Roster Comparison
As the 2024-25 season nears, each NHL team’s roster and goals have become clear. Following a 2023 President’s Trophy win and Round 3 loss to the Stanley Cup-winning Florida Panthers,…
New York Islanders’ 5 Worst Contracts for 2024-25
The New York Islanders’ core is a mix of youth and veterans acquired through the draft, trades, and free agency. At this point, each contract has been signed by general…
4 Teams That Can Trade for Islanders J.G. Pageau
It’s that time in the offseason where all the action has wound down and there aren’t a lot of moves to be made. The signings are in the past and…
Islanders Choosing Veterans Over Youth to Fix Defense
The New York Islanders defense was often criticized last season as old and slow, struggling to keep up with the opposition’s speed. For the first time in general manager (GM)…
Islanders’ Focus Needs to Be on Historic 2025 Free Agent Class
The New York Islanders fell in Round 1 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs to the Carolina Hurricanes, and it is clear change is needed for the team to return…
Scott Mayfield’s 2023-24 Islanders Report Card
Scott Mayfield was one of the most talked about New York Islanders’ players this season, given his untimely penalties, multiple serious injuries, and worrisome contract extension. In the first year…
3 Islanders’ Contracts That Should Be Moved in 2024 Offseason
The New York Islanders season is over, and there are a lot of lessons to be learned. From a lack of youth and an aging core to having too many…
2023-24 New York Islanders: Too Long, Too Much Money
The New York Islanders’ 2023-24 season has concluded following their opening-round series loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. This was probably the most nerve-wracking season for Islanders’ fans since the 2015-16…