Episodes
Published 03/26/24
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...
Published 03/26/24
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...
Published 03/19/24
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...
Published 03/13/24
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....
Published 03/05/24
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....
Published 02/28/24
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...
Published 02/15/24
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...
Published 01/30/24
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...
Published 01/21/24
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...
Published 01/15/24
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 &...
Published 12/29/23
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...
Published 12/21/23
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...
Published 12/13/23
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....
Published 11/30/23
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...
Published 11/22/23
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,...
Published 11/15/23
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...
Published 11/09/23
James and Jon return on Halloween night to discuss the last week in New York Islanders hockey. The defensive breakdowns and lack of consistency outside of Ilya Sorokin have been scary to watch. Can the rest of the team emulate the second line of Kyle Palmieri, Pierre Engval, and Brock Nelson? With Brocktober over, will Bo Horvat pick up the torch? That and more in this week's episode. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In...
Published 11/01/23
The New York Islanders started the 2023-24 NHL Regular Season 2-0 after wins against the Buffalo Sabres and Arizona Coyotes. But, their hot start is not without its question marks as the team attempts to prove they have plenty more in the tank. 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 New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or...
Published 10/19/23
James and Jon dive into the 2023-24 NHL regular season with a quiz testing James' memory of the 2021 New York Islanders' playoff roster, discuss waiving Ross Johnston, Simon Holstrom getting first-line looks, what it will take for Oliver Wahlstrom to crack the lineup, some speculation and news, and finish the show with some predictions. 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...
Published 10/12/23
This week, James and Jon discuss the latest round of roster debates, including Cal Clutterbuck and Matt Martin; Oliver Wahlstrom missing the mark; Anders Lee on the first line with Mathew Barzal and Bo Hortvat; not worrying about Ilya Sorokin; and breaking down the New York Islanders preseason game against the New Jersey Devils. 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)...
Published 10/06/23
James and Jon dive into the latest news from training camp and the New York Islanders first couple preseason games. Mathew Barzal talks Pierre Engbal on the wing; Kyle Palmieri is still out with an injury; Islander season previews are a mess; and the roster is still in major flux despite most of it being filled. Head coach Lane Lambert and General Manager Lou Lamoriello have their work cut out for them over the next week. That and more in this week's episode. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE -...
Published 09/28/23
James and Jon get back behind the mic to truly kick off the 2023-24 New York Islanders season and the start of NHL training camp. The guys talk about Mathew Barzal's future position, Josh Bailey's goodbye, who needs to step up, and Islander rookie camp and who's standing out. All that and more in this week's return 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...
Published 09/21/23
Jon and James reacquaint themselves with the team and one another after a month away from the podcast. The guys go over what's left for the New York Islanders to do, who could be on their way in, who might not return, and what the roster may look like come October. All that and more in this week's return 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...
Published 09/06/23
James and Jon dive back into the show to talk about the one piece of news that broke between episodes - the signing of RFA, Olive Wahlstrom. The guys managed to get through a pretty lengthy episode without much to discuss, as all that remains are questions on the Island. They end the show with another quiz for James, asking him to name all of the Islanders' captains. They also discuss their favorite beers for the summer. http://tinyurl.com/DKAMAZE - Draft Kings Promo code THPN Gambling...
Published 07/27/23