What year were the Boston Bruins founded?

The Boston Bruins were founded in 1924, by Charles Francis Adams.

When did the Boston Bruins play their first game?

They played their first game on Dec. 1, 1924, defeating the new Montreal Maroons 2-1 at Boston Arena.

Who is the current head coach of the Boston Bruins?

Jim Montgomery is the current head coach for the Boston Bruins.

New York Islanders: News, Rumors, Schedule, Roster, Stats

The New York Islanders joined the NHL in 1972 during the league’s attempt to keep a World Hockey Association (WHA) franchise off Long Island. The Islanders had near-immediate success, making the playoffs in their third season, which started a streak of 13 consecutive postseason appearances. During that streak, they won four straight Stanley Cups—1980, 1981, 1982, and 1983—and went to another Stanley Cup Final in 1984. The Islanders of the early 1980s remain one of the greatest dynasties in NHL history.

New York Islanders Should Target Free Agent Alex Nylander

Michael Ostrower | July 24, 2024July 24, 2024

The New York Islanders had a busy start to free agency, signing Anthony Duclair to a four-year contract and bringing back Mike Reilly on a one-year deal. From there, they re-signed Simon Holmstrom and some skaters to play in the AHL. While the moves so far have addressed some issues from last season, the team still needs to add upside, specifically in the bottom six. Luckily, free agent Alex Nylander is still available and would be a great fit. Who is Alex Nylander? Nylander is a 6-foot-1 winger who has 121 NHL games under his belt. At 28 years old,…

A Hockey Fan’s Travel Guide to New York City

Mike Fink | July 24, 2024July 23, 2024

New York City. The Big Apple. A city that never sleeps. It’s the biggest city in the United States and has no shortage of entertaining, exciting, and inspirational attractions. For hockey fans, the most important thing the city offers is three hockey teams the New York Rangers, the New York Islanders, and the New Jersey Devils just a train ride away in Newark, New Jersey. Related: Rangers’ Most Impactful Trades of All-Time For a lot of fans who travel to the city, it can be overwhelming and they end up arriving realizing they have a lot of unanswered questions. Where…

4 Things Patrick Roy Can Learn From Jon Cooper & Mike Sullivan

Mike Fink | July 23, 2024July 23, 2024

Patrick Roy’s head coaching tenure with the New York Islanders is filled with promise and upside. He took over halfway through the 2023-24 season and willed the team to the playoffs by leading them to a 20-12-5 record down the stretch. Now, the hope is that Roy, with a full offseason to prepare, can help the Islanders take a big step forward and finish near the top of the Eastern Conference in 2024-25. Related: Ranking Patrick Roy Among NHL’s 2023-24 Midseason Coach Hirings He’s not like other coaches as he brings an energy and passion behind the bench unmatched by…

Simon Holmstrom’s Fit on the Islanders is Unclear

Michael Ostrower | July 23, 2024July 23, 2024

The New York Islanders selected Simon Holmstrom with the 23rd pick in the 2019 NHL Draft, meaning his first five years in the organization have concluded. He is a winger with a powerful shot and strong defensive instincts, and he has demonstrated moments of brilliance during his NHL career. At…

The Boss of Long Island: Mike Bossy’s Life Story

Justin Caron | July 19, 2024July 19, 2024

Today, we turn back time to appreciate the life and career of New York Islanders’ great, Mike Bossy. He was a four-time Stanley Cup champion and one of the most prolific scorers in NHL history. Here is a look at the Hall of Fame right winger’s journey to the NHL…

Islanders’ Offseason Upgrades Didn’t Move the Needle

Mike Fink | July 19, 2024July 19, 2024

The New York Islanders all but put a bow on the offseason when they re-signed Simon Holmstrom. They still have to deal with Oliver Wahlstrom, who heads to arbitration but any big move at this point seems unlikely. A big trade or a late-summer signing looks like they are off…

Today in Hockey History: July 18

Matthew Zator | July 18, 2024July 18, 2024

July 18 has not seen a ton of moves over the years, but two of the National Hockey League’s “Original Six” franchises set themselves up for long-term success on this date. Also, a wild front office situation on Long Island got even crazier. Let’s begin our daily trip back in…

Islanders News & Rumors: Holmstrom, Bridgeport’s Rebranding & More

Spencer Lazary | July 17, 2024July 17, 2024

In this edition of the New York Islanders News & Rumors, we will look at Simon Holmstrom getting a one-year contract extension and what that means for his future. The lack of Islanders’ prospects getting an invite to the Canadian World Junior Summer Showcase (WJSS) team, and lastly, the Bridgeport Islanders…

Today in Hockey History: July 17

Matthew Zator | July 17, 2024July 17, 2024

July 17 turned out to be a very active day in the history of the National Hockey League. In New York, a general manager, who ended a historic drought, was hired, and a key member of a legendary dynasty was born. Also, one of the best defensive forwards in the…

Islanders’ Lamoriello Needs to Follow Golden Knights’ Ruthless Trade Model

Michael Ostrower | July 17, 2024July 17, 2024

When Lou Lamoriello took over as the New York Islanders general manager (GM) following captain John Tavares’ departure, he created an identity on Long Island. This identity became a well-structured, tight-knit team rooted in defense, responsibility, and most importantly, loyalty. He achieved this loyalty through long-term contracts with no-trade clauses…

Brett Lindros: A Promising Career Cut Short

Dayton Reimer | July 14, 2024July 14, 2024

Everyone has heard of Eric Lindros. He was the first overall pick in 1991 and started his career with a bang, refusing to sign with the Quebec Nordiques, the team that drafted him. That forced them to trade him to the Philadelphia Flyers, where he went on to be one…

4 NHL General Managers on the Hot Seat This Season

Michael Ostrower | July 14, 2024July 19, 2024

All successful NHL teams are built through a general manager’s (GM) vision. A blueprint has to be made and executed through trades, signings, drafting, and elsewhere. There is no definitive way to build a Stanley Cup contender, and no blueprint can be completed twice. While GMs typically have longer leashes…

Ultimate Perseverance: the Bryan Berard Story

Justin Caron | July 13, 2024July 13, 2024

In today’s article, we look back at the life and career of former New York Islanders defenceman Bryan Berard. From his early life growing up in Rhode Island to becoming a young star in the NHL, we reflect on his journey in which he showed ultimate perseverance by returning to…

5 NHL Head Coaches on the Hot Seat This Season

Michael Ostrower | July 13, 2024July 19, 2024

In today’s NHL, premier coaching is more crucial than ever. As demonstrated by the 2024 playoffs, the importance of having a strong leader is undeniable, whether it’s assembling a well-rounded coaching staff to improve special teams or finding a bench boss who can energize the team. This emphasis on effective…

Projecting the New York Islanders 2024-25 Depth Chart

Michael Ostrower | July 13, 2024July 19, 2024

With CapFriendly officially going dark, NHL fans have been forced to analyze their favorite team’s depth chart in a different place. New York Islanders fans are used to general manager Lou Lamoriello’s mysterious habits, so with the removal of CapFriendly, it has only become increasingly difficult to assess the team’s…

New York Islanders Should Wait to Extend Noah Dobson

Michael Ostrower | July 12, 2024July 12, 2024

The New York Islanders have a lot of decisions to make this offseason, specifically regarding the team’s long-term future. Despite posing as contenders, there is a lot of uncertainty in the current roster, leaving the future of the core up in the air. One player currently getting a lot of…

Islanders Should Target These 3 High-Risk Players

Mike Fink | July 11, 2024July 11, 2024

The dust is settling in the offseason and we’re at that point in the summer, after all the big signings happen, where there isn’t a lot going on. If the New York Islanders hope to upgrade their roster, aside from the Anthony Duclair addition, any improvement will come in a…

New York Islanders’ 2023 Draft Class: 1 Year Later

Michael Ostrower | July 11, 2024July 10, 2024

With the New York Islanders making three selections within the first two rounds of the 2024 Draft, a lot of buzz in the media has been around the team’s improved prospect pool. While the 2024 Draft brought in a lot of valuable talent, the team’s 2023 class did, too, and…

What if John Tavares Re-Signed With the Islanders

Michael Ostrower | July 10, 2024July 10, 2024

It is July 1st, 2018, and you hear the news: John Tavares is a Toronto Maple Leaf. This day is monumental for both Leafs and New York Islanders fans but for vastly different reasons. Tavares joins the young core of his childhood team, aiming to bring home a Stanley Cup….

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Islanders FAQ

What year were the New York Islanders founded?

The New York Islanders joined the NHL in 1972.

When did the New York Islanders play their first game?

The Islanders’ first game was played on Oct. 7, 1972, against the Atlanta Flames and resulted in a 3-2 loss.

Who is the current head coach of the New York Islanders?

Patrick Roy is the current head coach of the New York Islanders.