Sorokin's heroics and a tight defense define this intense rivalry. Can the Islanders complete the sweep with a new lineup against Tampa?

The New York Islanders and Tampa Bay Lightning are both trying to cement themselves as contenders despite the absence of multiple key players. They will continue their fight for the top spot in the Eastern Conference on Saturday afternoon when the Islanders host the Lightning in Elmont,

The New York Islanders beat the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday, 5-2, at home. They are 5-1 in their last six games, catapulting into third place in the Metropolitan Division. Islanders captain Anders Lee spoke with MSG Network's Shannon Hogan about his four-point night and the blistering hot Isles.

Goals from Leo Carlsson and Troy Terry aren't enough to save the Ducks from a 5-2 road loss to the New York Islanders.

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats,

The Islanders’ 3-1 loss to the Bruins drew an honest take from head coach Patrick Roy on what New York needs to do to win games.

Leo Carlsson and Troy Terry score for the Ducks, but Anders Lee (two goals, two assists) helps stake New York to an early three-goal lead and the hosts hang on to hand them a 5-2 loss.

Carter Verhaeghe stays red-hot with his sixth goal in six games as the Florida Panthers top the New York Islanders 4-1 on Sunday.

Snapshots from the New York Islanders optional practice on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025. Photos by Madison Peyser/New York Islanders and Imani Washington/New York Islanders.

Bo Horvat is still one of the New York Islanders' highest-paid players in 2025. All thanks to the eight-year, $68 million deal he signed in 2023. Horv