It's been about a month since Brett and Jon spoke, and a lot has changed. A winning streak has come and gone, injuries keep piling up as soon as someone returns to the lineup, and the New York Islanders are even sniffing a wild card spot. They have a tough schedule coming up, so it really comes down to this as the trade deadline looms. All that and more in this week's episode. NHP is sponsored by Draft Kings Promo code THPN: http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Mas...
Feb 04, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 9
The New York Islanders are hoping help is on the way, and they need to realize it's all on them to dig the team out of this mess. All that and more in this week's episode. NHP is sponsored by Draft Kings Promo code THPN: http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling helpline m a dot org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Kansas, call 1-800-522-4700. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS)....
Jan 08, 2025•54 min•Ep. 8
Jon and Brett return from a short break to cover more of the same from the New York Islanders, with a splash of drama. All that and more in this week's episode. NHP is sponsored by Draft Kings Promo code THPN: http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling helpline m a dot org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Kansas, call 1-800-522-4700. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 21+ in mos...
Dec 03, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 7
Brett returns to the show to discuss the last week in New York Islanders hockey, which felt like a wash despite trending upwards. There was finally more good than bad, but there's still a lot of work for the Islanders to do before our confidence returns. All that and more in this week's episode. NHP is sponsored by Draft Kings Promo code THPN: http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling helpline m a dot org, In New York...
Nov 20, 2024•58 min•Ep. 6
James' return to the podcast was familiar; we immediately found our groove, but it may have been because the New York Islanders haven't changed their ways since we last spoke in April. We covered everything from Isaiah George's rise to top Isles defenseman, Noah Dobson's fall from grace, more blown leads, and James takes us completely off the rails by talking about a particular free agent that shall not be named. All that and more in this week's episode. NHP is sponsored by Draft Kings Promo cod...
Nov 12, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 5
In his second appearance in as many weeks, Brett and Jon cover the last week in New York Islanders hockey. Has Brett's positivity disappeared? Can the Islanders bounce back after losing so many key players to injury? Are we at a breaking point? It gets late early when you rack up wins at the start of a season. We discuss if the Islanders can bounce back and what's next. All that and more in this week's episode. NHP is sponsored by Draft Kings Promo code THPN: http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE Gambling ...
Nov 04, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 4
This week, Brett returns to have a conversation we've all had over the last three seasons. We try to find a glimmer of hope in a season that the New York Islanders have set to repeat, but it remains to be seen if it's all for naught. NHP is sponsored by Draft Kings Promo code THPN: http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling helpline m a dot org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Kansas, call 1-...
Oct 29, 2024•56 min•Ep. 3
This week, Michel Anderson joins NHP to discuss the New York Islanders' final roster decisions and the start of the 2024-2024 NHL Season. We discuss Pierre Engval on waivers, Oliver Wahlstrom making the roster, expectations for Maxim Tsyplakov, and who to look out for in Bridgeport. All that in more in this week's podcast. Subscribe to the NHP Patreon for free for weekly blog posts: https://nassaumen.substack.com/ NHP is sponsored by Draft Kings Promo code THPN: http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE Gambli...
Oct 08, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 2
NHP returns to kick off the 2024-25 NHL season with the first of many guests. Jon makes the transition from James Nichols to Brett Nicholas, his long-time friend and life-long Islander fan. The guys go over the Islanders lineup as the preseason comes to a close, and dives into what issues the team could have to start the year. They also go over what they want to leave behind after a tough 2023-24 campaign. All that and more in this week's episode. Subscribe to the NHP Patreon for free for weekly...
Oct 01, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 1
Episode 187 - "A Butt-kicking Disguised at a Comeback" - Ethan Sears As the title suggests, the New York Islanders failed to hold their 3-0 lead in game two, losing any momentum from game one, and dropped 0-2 in their series with the Carolina Hurricanes. There's not a lot of hope in this week's episode, but we cover the first two games of the series and try to figure out some of the deeper problems on the Island. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-8...
Apr 23, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 30
This week, Dan Saraceni of Islanders Anxiety returns to the show in James' absence to cover the last week of Islanders' hockey, and dive into the New York Islanders clinching a playoff spot. There was a lot to unpack and even more mixed feelings as they head into a series with the Carolina Hurricanes in a rematch of last year's first round. All that and more - including a long intro to get us started - in this week's episode. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling prob...
Apr 16, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 29
The New York Islanders are riding a four-game winning streak into the last five games of the season. They've gotten some help from teams around them in the standings, and their fate is in their hands, but there's A LOT of doubt to go around. James and Jon discuss how we got here, and the up-and-down week that was despite the four wins. All that and more. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit g...
Apr 09, 2024•57 min•Ep. 28
James and Jon get behind their mics for the New York Islanders' last stand, recording during the Isles game against the Flyers. They discuss the week's games prior to their matchup with the Philadelphia Flyers and watch the Islanders grab a crucial two points in the most Islander way possible. It wasn't ideal, and the out-of-town scoreboard didn't swing in their favor, but it kept them in the hunt... for now. That and more in this week's episode http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo cod...
Apr 02, 2024•52 min•Ep. 27
The New York Islanders effectively ended their 2023-24 season after losing 7 of 8 over the last two weeks, with the final nail in the coffin being a 4-0 loss to the New Jersey Devils. The Islanders' embarrassment knew no bounds, and now we're left trying to figure out where this team goes from here. They need to find a new identity before next season, which may also mean the departure of even more long-time Islanders. That and more in this week's episode http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings ...
Mar 26, 2024•48 min•Ep. 26
James and Jon return following the New York Islanders' fourth straight loss. They discuss the players' lip service, Ilya Sorokin's struggles, the offense disappearing over the last week (scoring 5 goals in 4 games), and how the players may need to air their grievances to one another to save the season. That and more in this week's episode. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling helplin...
Mar 19, 2024•52 min•Ep. 25
James and Jon return just on the other side of the New York Islanders' six-game winning streak and the NHL trade deadline. They discuss the lack of moves at the deadline, how the team has climbed back into the playoff conversation, and historic number 34s for the Islanders. That and more in this week's episode. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling helpline m a dot org, In New York, c...
Mar 13, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 24
In a short episode this week, Jon and James come back from the brink of despair with a little hope ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline. What can the New York Islanders do following a three-game winning streak that could be five by Friday? The guys cover potential trades as well as Head Coach Patrick Roy's lineup changes, specifically Brock Nelson to the first line. That and more in this week's episode http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In M...
Mar 05, 2024•46 min•Ep. 23
James and Jon return after an unexpected break to conclude that the New York Islanders are approaching a dead end. It's been difficult to watch this team tank themselves despite being good most of the time, and the next week could spell the end of the season with 25% of it left to go. The guys cover the stadium series game, more letdowns, the trade deadline, a continued lack of focus, and much more. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In...
Feb 28, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 22
James and Jon discuss the last week or so of games since the NHL All Star break, including the inconsistencies from the New York Islanders and how the season is beginning to look bleak on Long Island. That and more - including a new game - in this week's episode. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling helpline m a dot org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Kans...
Feb 15, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 21
Patrick Roy's first four games are in the books, and the New York Islanders appear to have a bit more jump. They haven't seen the results just yet, but it seems momentum is building. James and Jon discussed the good and bad of Roy's start with the Islanders, the Islanders' Alumni Game, the team's struggling goalies (and how they compare to the rest of the league's top goalies), possible lineup changes, their return following the NHL All Star break, and, of course, the Islanders' stadium series j...
Jan 30, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 20
Following a horrific 0-3-1 road trip, New York Islanders' General Mananger, Lou Lamoriello, had seen enough. On Saturday, the Islanders announced Lane Lambert had been relieved of his duties and that NHL Hall of Famer, Patrick Roy, would take over behind the bench. James and Jon discuss the Islanders' dreadful road trip, what led to this moment, and where St. Patrick can take the Islanders from here. That and more in this week's episode. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN G...
Jan 21, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 19
Lane Lambert isn't going anywhere, but there may not be a team in the NHL that would benefit from a coaching change more than the New York Islanders. Coaching decisions - specifically the continued reliance on the fourth line to bring the team's "identity" to games - have cost the Islanders wins and are beginning to hurt their playoff chances. James and Jon discuss Lambert, the Islanders' results over the last week, how they may navigate Semyon Varlamov's ongoing absence, the NHL All-Star Jersey...
Jan 15, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 18
Though it may be for different reasons, from the TV analysts, podcast hosts, and writers across the league to fans of the team, no one knows who the New York Islanders are this season. Dan Saraceni (Islanders Anxiety) joined Jon this week for a discussion about who the team is and how this West Coast trip could put them on the outside looking in. All that and more in this week's episode. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachuset...
Jan 05, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 17
James and Jon dive into the last week of New York Islanders' hockey, including the recent 7-0 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins. Can the Islanders bounce back, or is this a sign of things to come? http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling helpline m a dot org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Kansas, call 1-800-522-4700. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (...
Dec 29, 2023•46 min•Ep. 16
Win, lose, or lose in overtime/shootout, the New York Islanders have been exhausting to watch this season. And we're not even halfway through it. James and Jon cover the ups and downs over the last week, and focus on what's going right and what could be missing for the Islanders team. That and more in this week's episode. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling helpline m a dot org, In ...
Dec 21, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 15
The New York Islanders have seemingly turned a corner, but in order to trust them, James and Jon need to verify they can continue playing at a high level. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling helpline m a dot org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Kansas, call 1-800-522-4700. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 21+ in most eligible states but age...
Dec 13, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 14
It feels a lot like Groundhog Day on Long Island as the New York Islander blow another third-period lead. What's left to say? http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gambling helpline m a dot org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Kansas, call 1-800-522-4700. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. Elig...
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 13
James and Jon continue to try and figure out what's ailing the New York Islanders, and where they should go before their season slips away. From not being able to manage a lead to penalty kill woes, the Islanders are in a world of hurt. The guys also break down Arthur Staples' recent article about what they shouldn't and shouldn't do to try and fix these problems. That and more in this week's episode. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. ...
Nov 22, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 12
James and Jon dive into two critical questions for the New York Islanders - who are they, and what's their identity? Following a few more losses and no real change or direction, the guys are left asking if Lane Lambert really is the problem, or if this roster has hit their wall. That and more in this week's episode. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit the gambling helpline m a dot org, In Ne...
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 11
Is this who the New York Islanders are? Despite head coach, Lane Lambert, not believing the Islanders play as of late is a trend, they've shown this is the team they've become. Starting games strong, and letting teams back in it. In this episode, James and Jon break down the last week in Islanders hockey and cover what's been ailing them and where they go from here. That and more in this week's episode. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler...
Nov 09, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 10
