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September 30, 2014
Let's talk about Jaroslav Halak, part 2
A look back at Halak's odd and brief tenure in D.C., and the moment he established himself as an NHL goalie to be sought.
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September 27, 2014
Let's talk about Jaroslav Halak, Part 1
Discussing new Islanders goalie Jaroslav Halak with someone who has watched him in St. Louis the last four years.
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September 25, 2014
Let's talk about Chad Johnson
A little about the play and the context of new New York Islanders goalie Chad Johnson, as told by Boston Bruins blogger Sarah Connors.
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July 7, 2014
By All Means, Let's Talk About the Goaltending
Garth Snow went into the offseason needing to make an upgrade to the Islanders goaltending situation. And that is exactly what he did.
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July 5, 2014
Free Agency Hangover: What deals you covet, mock?
After much of the dust has settled from the opening missiles of NHL free agency, we browse around the league to do something totally appropriate for this Independence Day weekend: Covet our neighbors' goods.
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July 3, 2014
NHL threatens lockout to curb Isles spending spree
[humor] The NHL made what could be its first move towards a fourth lockout, demanding an end to the recent out-of-control spending by the previously frugal New York Islanders. The NHL is willing to lose a season to return to normal, cheap Islanders.
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July 2, 2014
Kule-Grabs II: Now, where do all the forwards fit?
It didn't take long, after the New York Islanders signed Mikhail Grabovsky and Nikolai Kulemin, for the next question to emerge: Where does everyone fit in this crowded lineup?
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July 2, 2014
And then this: Isles Sign Grabovski, Kulemin
The New York Islanders have signed forwards Nikolai Kulemin and Mikhail Grabovski to four-year contracts, for a reported $16.75 million and $20 million, respectively.
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July 1, 2014
Depth Adds: Conacher, Skille, Mallrat
With some new signings, a friendly reminder that the New York Islanders' AHL affiliate in Bridgeport was very bad in 2013-14.
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July 1, 2014
[Free Agency Thread 2]: Ex-Isles find new homes
The New York islanders addressed a couple of depth needs at the opening of free agency. But the big moves, and the big headlines, are laced with swings, misses and regrets from the Isles' recent past.
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July 1, 2014
While Boyle chooses Rangers, Isles sign Brennan
T.J. Brennan is an intriguing signing for the Islanders, as he was considered Toronto's top defenseman for their AHL affiliate, yet the Leafs never recalled him despite 72 points in 76 games.
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July 1, 2014
Isles complete goalie tandem with Chad Johnson
In signing former Bruins backup Chad Johnson, the Islanders fully address their longest-running unsettled position.
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July 1, 2014
Live Stream: NHL Free Agent Coverage
While it's happening, you can watch live "free agent frenzy" coverage from NHL rights holder Sportsnet.
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July 1, 2014
Pre-FA Splash: Stars Trade for Jason Spezza
Longtime Senator Jason Spezza was dealt to the Dallas Stars for Alec Chiasson, Alex Guptill, Nicholas Paul and 2nd round pick in 2015.
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July 1, 2014
An exclusive look at standard NHL No-Move form
[humor] Lighthouse Hockey has obtained a copy of a standard NHL Player Movement Restriction form, used by players and agents to keep away from undesirable destinations. If you want to stay out of an NHL wasteland, just fill this out!
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July 1, 2014
[Open Thread] NHL Free Agency Opens, You Decide
The NHL free agency period is officially upon us, with signings allowed to legally begin (wink wink) at noon today, July 1.
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July 1, 2014
The Sad Myth of the Elusive Cap Space Trade
Every once in a while a Wisniewski or a Visnovsky shakes loose (Slavic roots not required), but in reality rewarding cap-space trades are rare.
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June 30, 2014
Key RFAs qualified, but some will wander away
The New York Islanders completed the standard and expected issue of qualifying offers to restricted free agents today, but that doesn't mean all of these youngsters will be back with the team.