The Islanders are really struggling on and off the ice. With a 5-8-2 record, they are last in the Metropolitan Division – not only that, they have seven players with COVID-19, two with serious injuries and a new arena to get comfortable with. The season is 15 games young, but we must ask the question: are the Islanders in trouble? I analyzed this dilemma with Drive4Five contributors Jacob Beekman and Jack Kobil, who encouraged fans to always believe and stay positive, but simultaneously realize the team has things they need to solve. So, are you worried? Before you answer, listen to Episode #10 of Bleav in Islanders so you can find out all things Islanders!
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The Islanders are on a 4-1 stretch, and Matt Watling is happy with the team's defense, but not so happy with Lane Lambert's usage of Aatu Raty. Also on the show, why a .500 road trip is not good enough, Puck Headlines and Best Bets for a Thursday slate.
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With a chance to end the road trip 2-1-2, Matt accepts the Islanders' ability to tread water on the five-game trip. Also, Stefen Rosner of NYI Hockey Now joins the show to chat about his favorite media dinners, Mullet Arena, Ilya Sorokin's recent play and more. Plus, Matt's locks are back!
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Ilya Sorokin has struggled through his last four games, and Matt tries to make sense of it. Also on the show, how the Isles' recent stretch has left fans wanting more, Bo Horvat to the Islanders and Puck Headlines. Plus, Matt's red-hot Best Bets!
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After a brief hiatus, Matt is back to break down the Islanders' horrid defense and why the NHL should've given the Vezina to Ilya Sorokin yesterday. Also on the show, Puck Headlines, which teams are most likely to fall out of their current playoff spots, Best Bets and more!
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The Islanders' comeback win over Columbus kept Matt satisfied despite being shut out 2-0 by the Coyotes. Matt addresses the Islanders' offense and if it can keep pace as a top-5 unit in the NHL. Also on the show, Greg Wyshynski of ESPN joins Matt to chat about the Islanders, the Metro division and Taco Bell. Plus, Top 5-Bottom 5, Matt's red-hot picks and more!
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The Islanders came back from down 3-1 in back-to-back games, but is that a good thing? Matt breaks down the last week of play, including historic wins vs. the Flames and Rangers. Also on the show, a trip around the NHL with Puck Headlines and Top 5, Bottom 5, plus the week ahead provides the Islanders a chance to truly dominate the opposition.
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The Islanders are riding a four-game win streak and it's been the speed and resiliency that really stands out for Matt. Plus, what the gutsy performance vs. Chicago showed. Also on the show, Puck Headlines, Top 5-Bottom 5, best bets and the Game of the Week.
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The Islanders took down the Rangers minutes before recording the podcast and saving the Islanders from a winless week. Matt breaks down the week that was, chat with Stefen Rosner of NYI Hockey Now and has a take on Josh Bailey and where he stands in Islanders' history. Also on the show, Top 5 Bottom 5, Puck Headlines and Matt's favorite Halloween candy.
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Matthew Watling looks into the new wrinkles the Islanders have shown through three games and hears from Lane Lambert and Oliver Wahlstrom. Then, he takes a look around the league with Puck Headlines and his Top 5, Bottom 5. Plus, he chats with former Islanders' beat writer and ESPN Radio's Alan Hahn.
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Matthew Watling introduces himself to the Islanders' faithful to start the debut show. Then he shares his expectations for the season, offers two outlooks for the team in a season preview and shares who will be the most important player for the Blue and Orange. Later, he power ranks the best and worst teams in the league and gives his best bets for Thursday night's slate.
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