New York Islanders

New York Islanders

Being close to here, I live like 20 minutes away, I was fortunate to train with like, Barzal, Lee, and Pageau like all summer,

"It's been good so far," Odelius said of rookie camp after day four. "Good to see all the boys again and finally start to compete again. It's been a long summer and I'm excited to be back." Like many young European players, Odelius needed time to adapt to the smaller North American ice. "Probably the small ice," he admitted when asked about the biggest adjustment. "You have so much less time with the puck and everyone's so much faster."

When he was in the playoffs against a former player of mine, [Alexander] Radulov, and they lost in the final. But he was playing really well. I mean, he's a small player, but I feel like he doesn't know he's small. So that's pretty intriguing for me, and I think for everyone here, because we're curious to see him, how he's going to bring his skills and everything.

Wearing the Rangers uniform is an honor and privilege unlike any other in the National Hockey League, team president and general manager Chris Drury said. And that is because of the legacy that has been created here over 100 years. Sam Rosen, the Rangers' recently retired Hall of Fame broadcaster, will serve as master of ceremonies for select theme nights. The club will also open a new exhibit on the main concourse at Madison Square Garden featuring memorabilia from its history.

"We've had our disagreements. But in our conversations, I heard a leader who shares my commitment to a New York where children can grow up safe in their neighborhoods and where opportunity is within reach for every family. I heard a leader who is focused on making New York City affordable - a goal I enthusiastically support," Hochul wrote. "I also shared with him my priorities, making it very clear that our police officers should have every resource to keep our streets and subways safe. I urged him to ensure that there is strong leadership at the helm of the N.Y.P.D. - and he agreed," she said.

"Yeah, it was awesome," Ritchie said after day one on Long Island. "I think it's a really good group of guys. A lot of talent, a lot of great prospects here. So, it's been a lot of fun so far. Good way to get the juices flowing before camp for real training camp."

It is clear from the defendant's conviction for possessing this weapon that he is a danger to the community at large as well as inside a correctional institution," U.S. Attorney Joseph Nocella said. "Today's verdict holds him accountable for his lack of respect for the law.

The state DOT recently announced that it was at least willing to ditch the most-controversial options for the diverter: two options that would have built a four-lane road to carry traffic and then remain in place for general traffic or a bus-only version. Now, the state is only considering two options: One would still include the four-lane diversion road, which would later be transformed into a bike and pedestrian-only path.

"Honestly, I'm not afraid to say it... Eventually, I'd love to play with him," the 24-year-old centerman told reporters at the NHL's Player Media Tour on Tuesday. "Whether that's in New Jersey... At some point, I want to play with Quinn. That's the question going around. They talk all day about it up in Vancouver. I'd love to play with Quinn at some point."

Tonight, as the Matt Martin Foundation hosts its annual Charity Poker Tournament, Will Chiarucci on X posted a photo of players' jerseys spread across different tables, and it appears Drouin will wear No. 29 with the Islanders, the number most recently worn by Brock Nelson. Being that Nelson only departed the Islanders in March, traded to the Colorado Avalanche for Cal Ritchie and a first-round pick in 2026, it'll take some getting used to for the Islanders' faithful to see another player wearing No. 29.

Every poison has its antidote. The glaring unaffordability of New York City can be confronted by policies that prioritize the needs of working people. The confounding inertia of the Democratic Party can be reversed by bold new progressive leaders. Trump's assault on our freedoms can be resisted by popular movements connected to people where they live. To my view, the mayoral campaign of Zohran Mamdani offers New Yorkers a remarkable, if not unprecedented, opportunity to act on all three of these at once.

New York City is not for sale to Donald Trump's billionaire donors. It is not for sale to corporations like DoorDash, it is not for sale to corrupt politicians like Andrew Cuomo,

Style Across the Aisle In a city known for both its creative energy and its political passion, an event like Style Across the Aisle could only happen in New York. On Sept. 10, the grand hallways of the New York County Surrogate's Court will swap legal briefs for runway beats as over 30 bipartisan public officials model looks from local designers during New York Fashion Week.

When the New York Islanders drafted Daniil Prokhorov in the second round of the 2025 NHL draft, fans were excited. Sure, he did get overshadowed with the Islanders selecting Matthew Schaefer first overall. However, that does not detract from the upside Prokhorov has. He's been described a physcial forward who's not afraid to throw a big hit or get into a fight. If he's able to develop his offensive game, he'll be a mainstay on the Islanders' second line.

Samoskevich became a full-time NHL player this season for Florida with some very good stretches of play. He's a talented winger with a lot of NHL offensive traits. He's a quick skater with very good hands who can create scoring chances with speed. He also has an excellent shot and is a threat to score from range. Samoskevich has improved his effort over time, but he does still tend to stay too much on the outside of the offensive zone. He projects as a middle-six scoring winger.

Standing before a packed crowd of elected officials, party members and neighbors, Barsamian set aside personal disappointment for what he called a higher mission. "The primaries are behind us," he said. "As GOP chair, I say this with conviction: we must all get behind George Sarantopoulos. "Party above politics. We have one mission - to win, to save our neighborhoods, and to save this city."

On a personal level, I'll miss Jerry Nadler, whom I started covering in 1990, when he was still in the Assembly, for his relentless battles against a shady real estate developer named Donald Trump who at the time was trying to stiff the city out of his commitment to renovate the 72nd Street subway station as well as to build a glorious park on the West Side.

When the New York Islanders take the ice for training camp this September, one of the new faces to watch will be forward Joey Larson. The 24-year-old Michigan State product signed a one-year entry-level contract with the club earlier this summer, officially beginning his professional career with a chance to make an impression on Long Island. He was the state of Michigan's "Mr. Hockey" winner as the top player in the state in 2019 while playing for his hometown Hartland High School.

We're a quarter of the way through the 2000s, and the game of hockey has evolved so much since the turn of the millennium. While it's been 42 years since the NY Islanders last hoisted Lord Stanley's Cup, the organization has put together a few teams that have made a run in recent times. Though the Islanders teams of the 1980s may never be replicated, the franchise has produced some of its most talented players in its 52-year history.

The NHLPA, in partnership with Upper Deck, announced that the 15th annual NHLPA Rookie Showcase will be held on Sept. 3 at Medstar Capitals Iceplex, the Washington Capitals' practice facility. Among the invitees are two New York Islanders: No. 1 overall pick Matthew Schaefer and forward Marc Gatcomb. The showcase gives fans, collectors, and media an early glimpse at the NHL's next wave of talent, as Upper Deck gathers photos and video content of rookies for trading cards and memorabilia.

San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini is on the verge of superstardom. A finalist for the Calder Trophy for the NHL's top rookie last season, Celebrini put together a fantastic first season in the league. Entering year two, the expectations are rising in San Jose and for their budding star. Thankfully, Celebrini's first year provided plenty of data to suggest he will hit the 100-point plateau during the 2025-2026 campaign.

DoorDash has called the proposal "extreme" and said it "puts delivery and the benefits it brings at risk." And "when app lobbyists talk, many Council members pay close attention," writes The City's Claudia Irizarry Aponte.

Blue-state governors seem to be responding to President Trump's anti-crime campaign with Marxist tactics. Not the communist, Karl, that is, but the comedian Brothers. In "Duck Soup," Chico Marx famously deceives a wealthy widow by asking "Who are you gonna believe, me or your own eyes?" It's an apt metaphor for Governor Kathy Hochul of New York when she poses as a defender of law and order.

After an HTC-led rally on 76th Street on Wednesday, a reporter asked Mamdani if he would support casinos opening in New York City. I've been open about my personal skepticism, and yet I also know that this is the law, Mamdani said, referring to the state-led process of awarding three casino licenses to applicants downstate. The siting and the choices of which casinos will open that pertains to the state.

Privilege to discuss geopolitical issues with [Hikmet] Hajiyev, COS to President [Ilham] Aliyev of Azerbaijan at the Presidential Palace.

I'll never forget it,

Askarov's long-range save percentage last season was perfect (59 shots faced, 59 saves); he was the only goalie in the League who faced at least 50 long-range shots without allowing a goal. Askarov, who was also above the NHL average in both high-danger save percentage (.814; average: .803) and midrange save percentage (.892; average: 887), could also benefit from the Sharks additions this offseason in veteran defensemen Dmitry Orlov, John Klingberg and Nick Leddy.

Sagaponack, one of the Hamptons' most exclusive enclaves, has long been known for its pristine beaches, luxury homes, and elevated lifestyle. Over recent years, this part of Suffolk County has also become a destination for those who seek top-quality cannabis. With New York's legal market expanding, the Hamptons are no longer just a getaway for food, art, and ocean views-they're also becoming a hub for premium weed products.

If Ilya Sorokin keeps up his elite play in the net, he'll retire as the all-time leader in career save percentage. A franchise record Semyon Varlamov shares with him, as both have a whopping 0.916 percentage so far. If that's not epic enough, Sorokin's also close to passing Varlamov and Glenn Resch in career GAA. Heading into 2025-26, he's sitting there with a 2.58 GAA, good for third in New York Islanders history.