The New York Islanders had a rough first period but played well the rest of the way before falling to the Los Angeles Kings 3-1. While the loss was disappointing and the team failed to bury some good chances, we explain why this is a loss the Islanders can build on. If they play this way every game, they will win more games than they'll lose. We have our hero and goat of the game plus injury updates on Anthony Duclair, Adam Pelech and Scott Mayfield. Plus, we have our weekly Farm Report on all t...
Dec 11, 2024•33 min•Ep. 1265
The New York Islanders have won two straight games to get back to NHL .500 and tonight's game will be their 30th game of the season. We discuss why this week's three games games, a home game against the Los Angeles Kings followed by a home-and-home with the Chicago Blackhawks, will tell us a lot more about where this team stands for the rest of the season and beyond. Plus, Patrick Roy made a curious decision to pair defenseman Noah Dobson with rookie Isaiah George. We explain why this may have w...
Dec 10, 2024•33 min•Ep. 1264
The New York Islanders won back-to-back games for only the second time all season this weekend, defeating the Carolina Hurricanes at home and the Ottawa Senators on the road. We break down both games and explain how the Isles pulled off the wins, because they were done in very different ways. And the importance of getting players like Bo Horvat and Oliver Wahlstrom on the scoresheet. We also have our hero and goat of both games and we discuss what winning two straight means for this team at this...
Dec 09, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1263
The New York Islanders weren't ready to play Thursday night at home against the Seattle Kraken and fell 5-2 in a game that was not as close as the final score. We have our key takeaways from the game and discuss the poor play of the team, the disappointing performance by Pierre Engvall when he had a big chance to prove himself and what needs to happen with this team going forward. We also have some good news on Brock Nelson and Adam Pelech and we preview this weekend's games against the Carolina...
Dec 06, 2024•30 min•Ep. 1262
The New York Islanders will host the Seattle Kraken Thursday night in the final meeting between these two teams this season. We have a special crossover episode of Locked On Islanders and Locked On Kraken as Erica L. Ayala of Locked On Kraken joins us to discuss how these two teams have done so far this season, what they are doing well and where they are struggling. We also discuss the similarities and differences between these two teams and what it will take for both teams to win Thursday's sho...
Dec 05, 2024•33 min•Ep. 1261
The New York Islanders fell to the Montreal Canadiens in overtime 2-1. We discuss what went wrong in this game and it's some very familiar issues. Plus, we have our key takeaways and our hero and goat of the game. The Athletic recently listed how each team is doing in relation to the salary cap and where do you think the Islanders and Lou Lamoriello fell? Dead last is the answer. We explain why and what the team has to do to change that. And we have our weekly Farm Report on all things Bridgepor...
Dec 04, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1260
Today we have the latest injury updates on J.G. Pageau, Anthony Duclair, and Adam Pelech plus a new injury to Semyon Varlamov. We also discuss Patrick Roy's plans for Pierre Engvall and how Roy is also sending a message to the slumping Noah Dobson. Plus, some big news about Cole Eiserman and Danny Nelson and we preview tonight's game in Montreal as Patrick Roy returns to the place his NHL career started. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supp...
Dec 03, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1259
The New York Islanders managed to pick up three points this weekend despite another third period collapse Friday afternoon against the Washington Capitals. We break down this weekend's games with our key takeaways and our hero and goat of each game. Plus, when a player gets injured, it gives other players a chance to show what they can do. We discuss one player who has taken advantage of that chance lately in Simon Holmstrom and another who is letting that chance slip away in Pierre Engvall. All...
Dec 02, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1258
With the New York Islanders struggling, trade rumors have started to circulate about some of the team's better players who are scheduled to become unrestricted free agents at the end of this season. We discuss the rumors regarding Brock Nelson and Kyle Palmieri including the team that has been allegedly interested in Nelson, whether there is truth behind the rumors and what it would mean for the Isles. We also preview both of this weekend's games, Friday afternoon against the Washington Capitals...
Nov 29, 2024•30 min•Ep. 1257
The New York Islanders didn't blow a third period lead, but they were still outscored 3-0 in the third period and lost to the Boston Bruins 6-3. We break down some of the good things that happened in this game like Brock Nelson's three-point night, and discuss where the team struggled in this loss. We also have our hero and goat of the game. Plus. Patrick Roy had an interesting quote after the game that indicates he may realize this team isn't talented enough to win consistently right now. And w...
Nov 28, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1256
The New York Islanders are struggling to score goals and one player they need more production from is top line center Bo Horvat. Horvat hasn't scored a goal in 8 games and he has just two assists during that time. While no doubt he misses Mathew Barzal and Anthony Duclair, the Isles need Horvat to step up and be more productive if they hope to score enough to compete. We also have our weekly Farm Report on all things Bridgeport Islanders so you can check in on some of the team's top prospects an...
Nov 27, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1255
The New York Islanders did it again. They took a 2-1 lead into the third period and lost 4-2. We discuss what happened and why this team struggles to hold a lead so badly. We have our hero and goat of the game and some milestones for Isaiah George and Noah Dobson. Plus, we have injury updates on Anthony Duclair and Adam Pelech. We also examine the Isles at the quarter pole of the season: who has exceeded expectations so far this season and who has been a major disappointment. All this and more o...
Nov 26, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1254
The New York Islanders did something different on Saturday night: they held on to a third period lead and beat the St. Louis Blues 3-1. They even scored an empty-net goal to clinch the win. We break down what the team did well, have our key takeaways and our hero and goat of the game. We also discuss two players reaching major milestones on Saturday: goalie Ilya Sorokin and forward Brock Nelson. They discuss what the milestones meant to them and where they now stand in franchise history. And we ...
Nov 25, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1253
The New York Islanders let another third period lead slip away and lost to the Detroit Red Wings 2-1 in regulation. That ended their chance for a .500 road trip. The problem is at least partially psychological as this veteran team should know better than to be on their heels all period while protecting a one goal lead. The Isles have held a one-goal lead seven times this season and lost the lead in all seven. We have our key takeaways and our hero and goat of the game as the Isles end the road t...
Nov 22, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1252
The New York Islanders have struggled to hold third period leads for a few years now, but this season, it's gone to a new low. Patrick Roy's club has held a one-goal lead in the third period six times through 19 games this season and they've blown the lead in all six games. We discuss some reasons why the Isles struggle to hold leads and what they can do about it on today's show. We also dip into the mailbag and discuss the value of the franchise which was just released by CNBC today, and where ...
Nov 21, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1251
The New York Islanders got a goal by the red-hot Pierre Engvall and solid goaltending from Semyon Varlamov, but they fell in a shootout to the Calgary Flames 2-1. Special teams and the inability to hold a lead cost the team again. We have our key takeaways and our hero and goat of the game. We can look at this game as pessimists or optimists, today, we'll do a little of both. Plus, Alexander Romanov returns to the lineup and we have our weekly Farm Report on all things Bridgeport Islanders. All ...
Nov 20, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1250
The New York Islanders updated the media and fans about the condition of defenseman Mike Reilly. The veteran blueliner will be out indefinitely after doctors discovered a pre-existing heart condition. Reilly will undergo surgery today and should be able to resume a normal life and his hockey career, but it will take a while until he is ready to return. We also have updates on the Isles other injured players like Anthony Duclair, Adam Pelech, Alexander Romanov, and Mathew Barzal. We answer your q...
Nov 19, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1249
The New York Islanders played well in Seattle Saturday but fell to the Kraken 3-2 in regulation time. But were the Isles robbed by the officials in this game? We discuss the controversial goal that won it for Seattle and whether the goal should have counted. Plus, we have our key takeaways from the game and our hero and goat of the game, plus we'll discuss the improved play lately of Pierre Engvall and the way the Isles need to play to win hockey games. All this and more on today's Locked On Isl...
Nov 18, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1248
The New York Islanders played their best all around game of the season and downed the Vancouver Canucks 5-2 in Vancouver. We break down what was different about this game and discuss the strong play of Anders Lee, Pierre Engvall, Grant Hutton and many more. Plus we discuss Matt Martin defending his teammates and a great hit by Maxim Tsyplakov. We also have our hero and goat of the game and discuss the way the Isles need to play to keep adding points in the standings. We also preview Saturday aft...
Nov 15, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1247
Today we have special guest Greg Prato, author of the new book "Hapless Islanders: The Story Behind the New York Islanders Infamous 1972-73 Season." The book is a deep dive into team's first season and how it set up the eventual dynasty years thanks to Bill Torrey and later Al Arbour, Ed Westfall, Billy Smith, and Brian "Spinner" Spencer." Plus, we preview tonight's game against the Vancouver Canucks as the Isles continue their five-game road trip. All this and more on today's Locked On Islander...
Nov 14, 2024•36 min•Ep. 1246
The New York Islanders actually earned a loser point last night as they overcame a 3-1 third period deficit before falling to the Edmonton Oilers in overtime 4-3. We discuss why this was a satisfying loser point and how the Isles staged their comeback. We'll also have our hero and goat of the game and discuss the strong play of Ilya Sorokin and Anders Lee in particular. Plus, we have our weekly Farm Report on all things Bridgeport Islanders as they endured a tough week of AHL action. All this an...
Nov 13, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1245
There is still one move that New York Islanders head coach Patrick Roy made on Saturday night against the New Jersey Devils that makes no sense, we discuss that on today's show. We also have the latest on Alexander Romanov's injury status and we take a look at one area where the Isles are leading the league. Plus we preview tonight's game against the Edmonton Oilers as the Islanders start a five-game road trip. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us ...
Nov 12, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1244
The New York Islanders blew a 3-1 lead to the New Jersey Devils in the last 4 and a half minutes of regulation time and lost in OT 4-3. We break down another late Isles collapse and what went wrong. We also discuss why this one doesn't quite hurt as much as some of the others. We also discuss a great honor for Brent Sutter and some bad news on the injury front for Mike Reilly, although the Isles do have an available replacement. Plus, we answer your mailbag questions and a lot more on today's Lo...
Nov 11, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1243
The New York Islanders won two games in a row for the first time this season after beating the Ottawa Senators 4-2. We discuss what the team did well in this game including some struggling players who are starting to play better as of late. But, in the third period, some ugly mistakes reappeared and the Isles had to hold on to win it. We have our hero and goat of the game and continue to discuss the mature play of Isaiah George. Plus we preview Saturday night's home game against the New Jersey D...
Nov 08, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1242
The New York Islanders have a difficult history with the way they handle young players and rookies in particular. But head coach Patrick Roy did something different Tuesday night with Isaiah George in his NHL debut. We discuss this approach and what it meant for George on today's show. Plus, we discuss the Islanders resilience and how critical that will be to the team while they deal with injuries and a new milestone for Ilya Sorokin. Plus we have a full preview of tonight's game with the Ottawa...
Nov 07, 2024•30 min•Ep. 1241
The New York Islanders overcame a 3-1 third period deficit to beat the Pittsburgh Penguins in a shootout 4-3. The Isles kept things simple and did not quit to win this hockey game. We have our key takeaways including a strong performance by Ilya Sorokin and we have our hero and goat of the game. This was also the NHL debut of defenseman Isaiah George. We discuss how the rookie did in his first game and what this means for him and the team going forward. And we have our weekly Farm Report on all ...
Nov 06, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1240
Today we discuss which injured player the New York Islanders need back ASAP and it may not be who you think. This is a player who is currently listed as day to day. We also discuss the latest injury updates and the Isles decision to return defenseman Samuel Bolduc to Bridgeport. Plus, we answer your mailbag questions about the best course to take on Noah Dobson's future and how the Isles should respond to the current injury situation. We also preview tonight's division matchup against the Pittsb...
Nov 05, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1239
When it rains it pours for the New York Islanders. The team now has both Mathew Barzal and Anthony Duclair on LTIR. Adam Pelech will miss 4-6 weeks with an upper body injury and he is on IR and Alexander Romanov and Mike Reilly are day to day with their own injuries. We discuss the team's options to deal with this rash of injuries, what Lou Lamoriello is likely to do and what his best choice would be. Plus, we review this weekend's win over the Buffalo Sabres and loss to the New York Rangers. Al...
Nov 04, 2024•33 min•Ep. 1238
The New York Islanders are struggling offensively and it concerns the entire team. Today we focus on the top line and their lack of productivity especially Mathew Barzal who has no points 5-on-5 this season through 10 games and is on pace for just 41 points this season. Plus, through 10 games, the Isles seven defensemen have scored exactly one goal. We discuss the defensemen's role in the offense and what has been lacking from Noah Dobson, Mike Reilly, Adam Pelech, Ryan Pulock, Scott Mayfield, D...
Nov 01, 2024•33 min•Ep. 1237
The New York Islanders were shutout for the fourth time in 10 games this season as they fell to the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-0. We break down the struggles of the Isles offense and we have our hero and goat of the game. Plus, we answer your mailbag question as we look at the big picture issues facing this team after 10 games this season. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the app or go to https://pri...
Oct 31, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1236
