Nikita Zaitsev’s career is a testament to resilience and adaptability. Born in Moscow, Russia, the 6-foot-2, right-handed defenseman has played in some of the world’s top hockey leagues. From his…
The big news on Long Island this week was Lou Lamoriello’s firing. It’s one that many saw coming and isn’t a shock after the New York Islanders’ terrible 2024-25 season,…
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Montreal Canadiens might be thinking about playing Aber Xhekaj in Game 2 versus the Washington Capitals, but is Martin St. Louis not totally sold?…
On Tuesday (Apr. 22), the New York Islanders announced they weren’t renewing the contract of president and general manager Lou Lamoriello, and that he was officially relieved of his duties…
The New York Islanders had a dismal 2024-25 season. That’s putting it lightly. They went 35-35-12 to finish sixth in the Metropolitan Division and 11 points out of a playoff…
Anthony Duclair had another uneventful game on April 1, skating for only 12:15 ice time while generating two shots on goal and not much else. Patrick Roy didn’t mince words…
The trade deadline has come and gone, with some teams making splash trades while others made a few minor additions. Lou Lamoriello did something he never did in his tenure…
The Winnipeg Jets, first place in the Central Division and Western Conference at 39-14-3 entering a two-week break for the 4-Nations Face-Off, are likely going to be sniffing around for…
For all the criticism that general manager (GM) Lou Lamoriello has received for how he’s run the New York Islanders, he’s also drafted well in recent years. Sure, the 2019,…