Here shall be your game thread, and your game thread shall be here.

Chatting up the third and final meeting with the surprise force in the Northeast.

We watch and chat and wonder if the Isles can start this homestand off on the right foot.

The Islanders attempt to end a streak in southern Florida and complete an elusive sweep of the state.

With enough blue to go around, hockey teams billing themselves as "Islanders" and "Lightning" engage in sporting battle. We watch.

Can the Isles keep the good vibes rolling?

The Isles get at it early as they close out their seven-game homestand with a visit from the resurgent Washington Capitals.

Two longtime rivals get it on. We chat like our emotional health depends on the outcome.

The Islanders try to hand the Canadiens their first regulation loss in 12 games. Or, put another way: Try to notch their first regulation win on this homestand.

The Islanders' season-defining seven-game homestand reaches game four, as they try to repair an 0-2-1 start.