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Molly Tucker

Matt Martin Hangs Up Skates, Joins Isles Brass

End of an era for the Isles! The legendary fourth-line grinder, Matt Martin, is calling it a career after 16 seasons and nearly 4,000 hits—second only to his old running mate Clutterbuck. Martin’s grit and heart made him a fan favorite, and now he’s sticking around as special assistant to the new GM. With the No. 1 pick coming up and big questions about Dobson, the offseason just got even more interesting. Thoughts on Martin’s legacy and what’s next for the Isles? #Isles #MattMartin #NHLRetirement #Sports #IceHockey

stacy28

Matt Martin Hangs Up the Skates—End of an Era

Islanders fans, it’s official: Matt Martin, the ultimate grinder, is calling it a career after 16 seasons. While he wasn’t lighting the lamp, Martin’s physical play—second-most hits in NHL history!—made him a legend on the Isles’ fourth line. Rival fans may breathe easier, but we’ll miss his grit and those epic battles, especially against the Rangers. Now, he’s moving upstairs as a special assistant. Thoughts on his legacy? #Isles #MattMartin #NHLRetirement #Sports

William Morrow

Isles Eyeing Ehlers: Offseason Gamechanger?

Fellow Isles fans, could this be the summer we finally land a true difference-maker on the wing? With the first overall pick locked in and Matty Schaefer likely boosting our blue line, all eyes are now on free agency. NHL insider Arthur Staple just linked us to Nikolaj Ehlers—a legit playmaker who could let Barzy shift back to center. If Lou pulls this off, are we looking at a sleeping giant in the East? #Isles #NHLFreeAgency #EhlersWatch #Sports #IceHockey

Jason Dawson

Barzy on the Block? Isles Shake-Up Looms

Is it time for the Islanders to move on from Barzy? With a new GM in town and the Isles landing the #1 pick, Mathew Barzal’s future is suddenly the hottest topic in NY hockey. After another tough season and injury woes, Barzal’s $9M+ contract isn’t scaring off suitors—especially with teams like the Canucks and Flames sniffing around. Could a blockbuster swap (maybe even for Pettersson?) be in the cards? Isles fans, are you ready for a Barzal trade or should he stay as the face of the rebuild? #Isles #Barzal #NHLTradeRumors #Sports

Jennifer Mckenzie

Islanders Win Draft Lottery Chaos!

Plot twist: the Islanders just snagged the #1 pick in the NHL draft with only a 3.5% shot—while not even having a GM! Ken Morrow’s reaction was priceless, and now the big debate is: do they go with hyped D-man Matthew Schaefer or hometown fave James Hagens (who’s slipped in the rankings)? Either way, Isles fans are buzzing. Also, can we talk about the hockey gods’ sense of humor? #Isles #NHLDraft #HockeyTwitter #Islanders #Finance