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Islanders’ Victor Eklund speaks out ahead of NHL debut vs. Hurricanes

The New York Islanders are turning the page after missing out on the Stanley Cup Playoffs. New York’s highly-touted young skater Victor Eklund is making his NHL debut against the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday. “Super excited,” Eklund said about getting ready for the game, per NHL.com. “It feels like a dream come true. Just crazy […] The post Islanders’ Victor Eklund speaks out ahead of NHL debut vs. Hurricanes appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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"Matthew Schaefer is a bust, now everyone sees it": Fans react as New York Islanders fail to make Stanley Cup playoffs once again – Sportskeeda

"Matthew Schaefer is a bust, now everyone sees it": Fans react as New York Islanders fail to make Stanley Cup playoffs once again  Sportskeeda

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Jury still out on effects Noah Dobson trade had on Islanders

Trading Noah Dobson Montreal last summer may have been the only choice Mathieu Darche had, and it may turn into a long-term win-win for both teams. One year in, with Victor Eklund and Kashawn Aitcheson yet to make their NHL debuts — though hopefully the Islanders call up Eklund Tuesday to make Game 82 interesting...

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Islanders eliminated from playoffs with loss to Canadiens as once-feel-good season comes to crashing end

Getting eliminated from playoff contention before the last game of the season even took place? Unfathomable, until it became all-but-inevitable on Saturday night. Impossible to digest until it became official, leaving no choice, on Sunday.

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NHL Schedule Today, April 12: Games, Storylines, Wild Card Races and Playoff Picture

Full Sunday, Apr. 12 NHL schedule with the biggest storylines, wild-card races, and projected playoff matchups.

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Islanders rumors: Patrick Roy may stick around team after dismissal as head coach

The New York Islanders are looking to make a playoff push with just three games remaining in the regular season, and they made a major change that could affect that. Head coach Patrick Roy was fired recently, and they left Peter DeBoer in charge of the team down the stretch in hopes of getting the […] The post Islanders rumors: Patrick Roy may stick around team after dismissal as head coach appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Canadiens’ Cole Caufield’s immediate reaction to scoring 50 goals

The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 on Thursday, moving ahead of them in the Atlantic Division standings. Cole Caufield scored his 50th goal to help the Habs. After the game, Caufield revealed his immediate reaction to the goal and what he accomplished, according to NHL.com. “It was cool to have my dad […] The post Canadiens’ Cole Caufield’s immediate reaction to scoring 50 goals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Penguins’ Bryan Rust loves giving doubters ‘big middle finger’ after sealing playoff berth

The Pittsburgh Penguins beat the New Jersey Devils 5-2 on Thursday to clinch a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They had low expectations coming into the season, but have charged late in the season to lock down the spot. Penguins forward Bryan Rust has been around since the Stanley Cup days and won’t forget […] The post Penguins’ Bryan Rust loves giving doubters ‘big middle finger’ after sealing playoff berth appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer ties NHL record during Maple Leafs win

New York Islanders rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer tied an NHL record on Thursday night, scoring his 23rd goal of the season in a 5-3 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs. The 18-year-old first overall pick matched Hall of Famer Brian Leetch’s feat for the most goals by a rookie defenseman in a single NHL season. […] The post Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer ties NHL record during Maple Leafs win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer thanks mom for saving him vs. Maple Leafs

The New York Islanders beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-3 on Thursday and got some help. They sit just one point out of the playoffs after Pete DeBoer’s first game behind the bench. Late in the game, Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer took a puck up high, and all fans held their breath. Schaefer says someone […] The post Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer thanks mom for saving him vs. Maple Leafs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer reveals veteran’s joke after tying NHL record

New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer has made NHL history all season long. He is putting the finishing touches on one of the best rookie seasons of all-time. New Islanders coach Pete DeBoer got his first look at the 18-year-old star. And Schaefer used that opportunity to tie another record against the Toronto Maple Leafs. […] The post Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer reveals veteran’s joke after tying NHL record appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pete DeBoer’s mind was blown watching Matthew Schaefer for 1st time

The New York Islanders hired Pete DeBoer as their head coach recently, and he debuted on Thursday night. The veteran bench boss has had to quickly get acclimated to his surroundings. And that includes his players. One skater who has made an early impression is teenage phenom Matthew Schaefer. Schaefer is having a historic rookie […] The post Pete DeBoer’s mind was blown watching Matthew Schaefer for 1st time appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Islanders’ Mathew Barzal, Anders Lee deny Patrick Roy frustration rumors

The New York Islanders are in the middle of a playoff push, and the way they approach the end of the season will be key to where they finish. Head coach Patrick Roy had been trying to keep his team motivated through this run, but rumors have said he was doing it the wrong way, […] The post Islanders’ Mathew Barzal, Anders Lee deny Patrick Roy frustration rumors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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