IBO Boxing Honesty and Integrity
Is the dream-come-true of Lou Lamoriello emigrating to the Islanders about to happen? And would Lou be in lieu of Garth Snow? These are questions likely to be answered sooner rather than later based on a flock of rumors flying down from — naturally — The Commonwealth of Rumors, Toronto. ...
Read More »New York Islanders Draft Profile: Adam Boqvist
With the 2017-18 season in the rearview mirror, it’s time for the New York Islanders to look ahead to the 2018 NHL Draft to add even more young talent to their roster. The New York Islanders will be selecting 11th and 12th in this year’s draft, so there should be ...
Read More »Remembering Bill Torrey: His Most Impactful Moments on the Islander Franchise
The hockey world and the New York Islanders family is mourning the loss of Bill Torrey. Torrey, passed away last night at the age of 83 at his home in Florida. Referred to as “The Architect”, Torrey was the Islanders first president and general manager and was with the organization ...
Read More »Looking Logically At A Illogical Situation
In the desperate search for answers, the latest rumor is that former Islander Tom Fitzgerald will be taking over as Islanders General Manger for the next season. This is expected to happen after the Devils are eliminated from the playoffs. While many see this as progress, I’m confused by this thought ...
Read More »Staying Or Going: Which Islander UFAs Should Be Resigned?
Were just a few weeks into what has been a chaotic offseason for the New York Islanders. Questions have yet to be answered not only about whether the captain will stay, but also if there will be a new man sitting in the President’s chair or possibly a new boss ...
Read More »PTIsles: Episode 42 – Epilogue with IPB's Chris Botta
In this edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono is joined my former VP of Communications for the New York Islanders and current columnist at Islanders Point Blank, Chris Botta (@ChrisBottaNHL). Joe and Chris discuss the bizarre Monday press conference, whether or not the door is still open for changes to be ...
Read More »The Court Keeps Its Jester
Whether you agree (somebody does) or disagree with the decision to keep Garth Snow as the General Manager of the Islanders, this organization proved once again they can’t get anything right. They continue to be the laughing stock of the league. The national media and fans continue to view this ...
Read More »BARZALMANIA! Mathew Barzal's Top-Ten Calder Winning Moments
It’s a sure thing that Mathew Barzal — the Islanders freshman — will be unanimously named the Calder Trophy winner. Barzal’s season ranks among the greatest in the history of the game and the history of the Islanders franchise for a first-year player. The 20-year old will become the first ...
Read More »PTIsles: Episode 41 – Failure Starts At The Top
PTIsles is the all-Islanders panel discussion show hosted by Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) James Duffy (@twoturtleduffs) and Alex “Buddy” Peck (@BudGSN) The Starting Six : All Apologies Fire Proof Reading the J-Tea Leaves Weight & See Milestone Makers Stanley Cup Predictions Long Island Sound-Off: The PTIsles team takes voice mails from ...
Read More »Isles Season In Review: Player Grades
With exit interviews now complete, it’s time for evaluation of the 2017-18 New York Islanders. The club as a whole experienced their worst season in four years, only compiling 80 points. The Islanders also missed the playoffs for the second straight season. Everyone played a part in what was a ...
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