- ses111

It’s a stupid topic. I get the circumstances involved. I understand it. It was still his decision. He could have done multiple other things. He didn’t. I’m not even saying what he did was wrong or right for that matter. I’m just saying what he did he did. He owns it. Period. Is hiring Lambert not his fault because he was highly touted? Come’on man.

It’s a stupid topic. I get the circumstances involved. I understand it. It was still his decision. He could have done multiple other things. He didn’t. I’m not even saying what he did was wrong or right for that matter. I’m just saying what he did he did. He owns it. Period. Is hiring Lambert not his fault because he was highly touted? Come’on man.
- Cptmjl

When will you learn. It's the Taxes and the Rangers. Islanders do not have a chance. Lou was foreced into hiring Lane. Lou cannot be at fault for anything. The Cap should be higher, and the scouts should draft better players.

When will you learn. It's the Taxes and the Rangers. Islanders do not have a chance. Lou was foreced into hiring Lane. Lou cannot be at fault for anything. The Cap should be higher, and the scouts should draft better players.

- ses111

It’s the arena. New arena? It’s the arena.

It’s the arena. New arena? It’s the arena.
- Cptmjl

Too far from Manhattan. Team is also still recovering from Garth.

The amount for excuses with a new building and owners willing to spend is shocking.

Too far from Manhattan. Team is also still recovering from Garth.

The amount for excuses with a new building and owners willing to spend is shocking.
- ses111

It’s not Lou’s fault nobody wants to sign here. That would mean something if Lou actually attempted to sign half the players were debating about why they didn’t sign here to begin with.

Keaner I’m busting your chops btw I know your point is you don’t blame Lou for hiring Lambert. Like he’s responsible for it but you’d probably do the same thing under the circumstances.

It’s not Lou’s fault nobody wants to sign here. That would mean something if Lou actually attempted to sign half the players were debating about why they didn’t sign here to begin with.

Keaner I’m busting your chops btw I know your point is you don’t blame Lou for hiring Lambert. Like he’s responsible for it but you’d probably do the same thing under the circumstances.
- Cptmjl

The JG story and him getting heat from Islander fans when Lou never even reached out is gold.



The problem with Islander ownership over the years is that they accept being mediocre or less and it takes a lot for real change to happen. L&M have been a big step up. but there are troubling signs with them as well.

The JG story and him getting heat from Islander fans when Lou never even reached out is gold.



The problem with Islander ownership over the years is that they accept being mediocre or less and it takes a lot for real change to happen. L&M have been a big step up. but there are troubling signs with them as well.
- ses111

Lou has done a lot of good for the organization but he has limited time left. Like with the club and on this planet. What L&M do post Lou will tell us all what kind of owners they are. I’ve been impressed, for the most part, with what I’ve seen so far.

Stefen Rosner
@stefen_rosner
28s
Bo Horvat is day-to-day, and they'll see about tomorrow.

Scott Mayfield missed practice due to maintenance.

Adam Pelech looked "okay" today, and they'll see if he's good to go for tomorrow.

#Isles
- eichiefs9

Mayfield should take a maintenance month. Can't be too careful!

My take on Trotz's firing was a combo of a few things. When Trotz took time for his mother's passing, word was that he really was hedging on coming back at all. Trotz was up for the end of his contract and did not appear firmly committed to extending his contract.

I heard something similar. People forget that he has a son with special needs. It was probably a lot on his wife to due alone.

Word also was that at the end of season exit interviews, several players expressed frustration with Trotz and his system suggesting they needed a 'new voice'. I think the combo of this forced Lou's hand to jump at Barry's successor, who would have been highly sought after.

Lou probably wanted to extend him and not go into the season as a lame duck Coach. As far as a new voice, Trots was brought in to setup a system based upon what he had and that is what he did. Did it piss some people off, yea I am sure it did. He took a blue collar team and brought them success. The players that were female dogin are either gone or still are not producing. Lastly, Yes Lane was sought after no doubt, but he is like a first round draft pick. Until the rubber meets the road you do not know what you have.

Barry didn't exactly jump at offers to get back into coaching after his dismissal and has recently said he doesn't want to coach again. I just don't think it's as cut and dried as ',You failed, you're fired'.

He wanted a front office job which would minimize his travel and allow him to be with his family more. Bottom line is Barry could not commit to Lou so Lou moved on.
- Nfdbulldawg

He did want a GM job after a year off at least to get his family matters settled and in order.
Seems to be doing a pretty good job in Nashville.
If he wasn’t going to commit to an extension then Lou graciously let him go and gave his protégé a recommendation for the job.

This team better tighten up defensively and truly commit to it. They found success that way and keeping the puck out of your net wins. This can’t be done with goaltending alone. Even if your goaltenders are one of if not the best duo in the league.

Ethan Sears
@ethan_sears
1m
Bo Horvat is not on the ice as the Islanders start morning skate.

Mayfield and Pelech are both out there.

Ethan Sears
@ethan_sears
1m
Bo Horvat is not on the ice as the Islanders start morning skate.

Mayfield and Pelech are both out there.


- eichiefs9

At least Pelech and mayfield are out there. Trying to imagine what our backend would look like with Aho, Bolduc, and probably Salo comprising half of it.

At least Pelech and mayfield are out there. Trying to imagine what our backend would look like with Aho, Bolduc, and probably Salo comprising half of it.
- Cptmjl

That....is too horrific to imagine.

That....is too horrific to imagine.

- Mancalledsting

I don’t want to lose anyone to injury especially with our lineup but I’ll make the Horvat out rather then Pelech/Mayfield out trade 100% of the time.

At least Pelech and mayfield are out there. Trying to imagine what our backend would look like with Aho, Bolduc, and probably Salo comprising half of it.
- Cptmjl

- eichiefs9

Hasn’t been that great with them either.

A good coach can find a way to adjust his game plan to their abilities. Does it make it easier when you are dealing with talent yes. But look at the Leaf's they have speed and skill. They have had it since the JT trade and what have they won.

Again, a good coach can adjust his style to the players he is dealt. No F'n reason you blow leads at home. Lock it down. I am tired of hearing lack of speed and skill.
- Nfdbulldawg

Ethan Sears
@ethan_sears
1m
Bo Horvat is not on the ice as the Islanders start morning skate.

Mayfield and Pelech are both out there.


- eichiefs9

Not shocked to hear this. If Horvat’s foot ain’t broken, we should consider ourselves lucky.

Let him sit a bit. The season is still early.

Not shocked to hear this. If Horvat’s foot ain’t broken, we should consider ourselves lucky.

Let him sit a bit. The season is still early.
- Wildschwein

Lambert says day-to-day. But this is the NHL, so day-to-day could mean he plays tonight or three weeks from now he is retroactively placed on IR

Lambert says day-to-day. But this is the NHL, so day-to-day could mean he plays tonight or three weeks from now he is retroactively placed on IR
- eichiefs9

My worry exactly. 😅

I don’t want to lose anyone to injury especially with our lineup but I’ll make the Horvat out rather then Pelech/Mayfield out trade 100% of the time.
- Cptmjl

Going to the game tonight. I was hoping to catch him live for the first time.

Going to the game tonight. I was hoping to catch him live for the first time.

- Nfdbulldawg

Shannon says you will get to see Wally on the top line filling in for Bo. Bring back a win, Dawg!

Well, there goes Varly's shut out.

Well they won't blow a 3-0 lead tonight.

Great start