Islanders Gameday News: Lightning preparing to strike

TRENDINGMike Ditka dies at 86Valkyries finish sweepBuccaneers stun CowboysWorker to Dak: 'Embarrassing'NFL injury tracker updatesStory byStory byIslanders Gameday News: Lightning preparing to strikeLet's make some Schaef-daddy noise. | NHLI via Getty ImagesDominikSat, October 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM UTC·1 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesLightning visit the Islanders after Carlson's 2-goal gameTampa Bay Lightning (3-1, in the Atlantic Division) vs. New York Islanders (2-2, in the Metropolitan Division)Elmont, New York; Saturday, 7:30 p.Associated PressIslanders' Mathew Barzal Taking Steps Forward, But No Timeline For Return To Team PracticeStar forward Mathew Barzal intensified his solo skating sessions as he recovers from knee inflammation, though management remains cautious regarding his return to the lineup against Tampa Bay.The Hockey News - New York IslandersMat Barzal takes crucial step toward Islanders injury returnHis return could be on the horizon.NY Post SportsAdvertisementAdvertisementBREAKING: Sidelined Mathew Barzal Skates On His OwnAfter missing training camp due to knee inflammation, the star playmaker’s surprise return to team drills signals a major boost for New York ahead of their clash with Chicago.The Hockey News - New York IslandersIslanders still awaiting Bo Horvat’s status after illegal head check knocked him out of game“I think he’s going to see our people again this morning and see how he feels,” coach Pete DeBoer said.NY Post SportsWhere to watch Islanders vs. Lightning today: Channel, live stream, time, TV schedule for Saturday NHL gameNew York is unbeaten at home this season and will try to keep that streak going as Tampa Bay visits.The Sporting NewsMathew Barzal Making Positive Progress in Return to NY IslandersNew York Islanders forward Mathew Barzal is making positive progress in his return from a knee injury.New York Islanders On SIIslanders’ injury-necessitated defense shuffle is no problem in win over BlackhawksThere will be tougher nights against tougher opponents more equipped to take advantage of the speed deficit on the Islanders’ blue line that is exacerbated without Romanov.NY Post SportsBo Horvat Scores Twice, Injured After Cheap Shot Late HitThe New York Islanders enjoyed a rousing 4-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks Thursday night inside UBS Arena.The Hockey News - New York IslandersIslanders 4 (EN), Blackhawks 1: Horvat, Stanley(?!) stay hotThe Islanders dispatched the Blackhawks, as well they should, to even their record at 2-2 on the young season. The 4-1 final turned in the second period when the Isles got two goals in quick succession, converting some counterattacks against a loose Blackhawks team defense. Bo Horvat had two goals, a power play one to […]SB NationNY Islanders Showcase Potential New Defensive Pairings With Alexander Romanov OutWhat will the potential defensive pairings be for the New York Islanders against the Chicago Blackhawks?New York Islanders On SIIslanders vs. Blackhawks game thread: May the field be with youThe Islanders begin their new life without Alex Romanov, again, as they host the Chicago Blackhawks. It appears Scott Mayfield will get first crack at returning to the lineup, while Matthew Schaefer will skate forever and ever. The Hawks — an NBA team in Atlanta? An NCAA team in Iowa? Who could possibly know? — […]SB NationBo Horvat, Ilya Sorokin Lead NY Islanders to Win Over BlackhawksThe New York Islanders were able to get a comfortable win over the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday night.New York Islanders On SIRangers Daily: ‘Team game’s been great;’ Brutal injury news for IslandersYou can count on Mika Zibanejad to provide very measured and thoughtful takes on the state of the New York […]Forever BlueshirtsBo Horvat Keeps up Red-Hot Start for NY Islanders Against BlackhawksNew York Islanders captain Bo Horvat has been on fire to start the season.New York Islanders On SIIslanders begin defensive overhaul with Alexander Romanov lost for seasonWith Alexander Romanov out for the season with a torn ACL, the Islanders are reshuffling their defense pairs and inserting Scott Mayfield.NY Post SportsDeBoer Praises Duclair's Efforts In Win, His Start To SeasonThe New York Islanders blew away the Chicago Blackhawks 4-1 Thursday night inside UBS Arena.The Hockey News - New York IslandersWeird Islanders: The Podcast! – Episode 92 – Dennis Seidenberg (with guest Harold Griffin of Koyo)Harold Griffin, guitarist and songwriter for Long Island-based punk band Koyo, helps us kick off Season 6 of Weird Islanders by talking about distinguished defenseman Dennis Seidenberg’s odd path to the team. Seidenberg was both unlikely and perfect for the Islanders at the same time. A Stanley Cup champion in Boston and as solid and […]SB NationNY Islanders New-Look Defensive Pairings Shine Against BlackhawksThe New York Islanders had to shake up their defense with Alexander Romanov's injury and they looked great against the Chicago Blackhawks.New York Islanders On SI