Islanders News: Decisions to make amid injuries

TRENDINGRays take 3-2 ALCS leadZero carries for CamMiami, BYU are 1-2Fantasy Basketball sign upCaleb delivers in returnStory byStory byIslanders News: Decisions to make amid injuries63, 64…danger. | NHLI via Getty ImagesDominikMon, October 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM UTC·2 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesIslanders grind out tough road win over Maple Leafs but suffer two key injuriesZoom in, focus only on Saturday’s outcome and the Islanders gave an excellent accounting of themselves. But the big picture is a more concerning story.NY Post SportsIslanders 4 (EN), Maple Leafs 1: Costly but gritty winThe Islanders pulled off an impressive 4-1 win in Toronto despite losing two forwards for most of the game, with both Cal Ritchie and Matias Maccelli limping off to destinations unknown in the first period. Ritchie was the first to leave, on his first shift, but he was at least able to skate off after […]SB NationAdvertisementAdvertisementKyle Palmieri’s demotion likely short term for banged-up IslandersKyle Palmieri’s demotion to the fourth line was the story Saturday morning, but it will almost assuredly be temporary.NY Post SportsBreaking Down Ondrej Palat's Perfect Game, Start To SeasonThe New York Islanders took down the Toronto Maple Leafs in a total team victory on Saturday night, winning 4-1.The Hockey News - New York IslandersIslanders Lose Two Forwards, But Get Gutsy 4-1 Win Over Toronto To Extend Point Streak To Three GamesMatias Maccelli and Cal Ritchie exited early after a physical opening frame in Toronto, leaving the New York bench shorthanded following two separate, high-impact collisions.The Hockey News - New York IslandersDeBoer Shakes Up Islanders Lines Ahead Of Saturday's Clash With Maple LeafsSearching for a spark after a frustrating shootout loss, Peter DeBoer benches key veterans and retools his forward groups to instill discipline before a high-stakes Toronto showdown.The Hockey News - New York IslandersCalum Ritchie takes Pete DeBoer’s Islanders benching message in stride as he sticks on second lineAt least to hear him tell it, Ritchie’s confidence won’t be affected.NY Post SportsIslanders vs. Maple Leafs game thread: RematchThe Islanders are in Toronto make amends for their season-opening loss there and get back on track after an uninspiring shootout loss in Ottawa a couple of nights prior. Today’s lineup has yet another remix, it appears: That makes for one OG fourth line:SB NationOndrej Palat shows he’s got plenty to give Islanders — even without scoringPalat had arguably his best game as an Islander in the 4-1 victory, despite not making it onto the scoresheet.NY Post SportsNY Islanders To Take on Maple Leafs Without John TavaresToronto Maple Leafs forward John Tavares will not see action against the New York Islanders due to a recently sustained lower-body injury.New York Islanders On SINY Islanders Make Massive Change To Line CombinationsThe New York Islanders are shaking up their lines ahead of the game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.New York Islanders On SIBo Horvat scores winner and adds assist in Islanders' 4-1 win over Maple LeafsTORONTO (AP) — Bo Horvat scored the winner and added an assist to help the New York Islanders beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 on Saturday night.Simon Holmstrom scored twice, the second into an empty net, and Anthony Duclair also connected for New York (4-3-1).Associated PressMaple Leafs Juggle Lines Ahead of Islanders Matchup on SaturdayThe Toronto Maple Leafs have juggled their lines ahead of their matchup against the New York Islanders on Saturday night. With veteran center John Tavares out week-to-week with a lower-body injury, Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller was forced to juggle the team’s lines ahead of the game against the Islanders. Maple Leafs Lines for […] The post Maple Leafs Juggle Lines Ahead of Islanders Matchup on Saturday appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYJim Hiller Cites ‘Lack Of Fortitude’ As Maple Leafs Drop Third Straight Game In Loss To IslandersDespite dominating the shot count, Toronto’s inability to penetrate the slot allowed a depleted Islanders squad to secure a 4-1 victory, leaving the reeling Leafs searching for answers.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsMaple Leafs Forward Slammed After Islanders Game: ‘He Is Useless’The Toronto Maple Leafs lost 4-1 to the New York Islanders on Saturday in what was very likely the worst game of the season so far for the Toronto franchise. It was a pointless night for Auston Matthews, Gavin McKenna, Jack Roslovic, Kirill Marchenko, and several other players. However, one player drew particularly heavy criticism […] The post Maple Leafs Forward Slammed After Islanders Game: ‘He Is Useless’ appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYThe Toronto Maple Leafs Need More From Depth Players In Wake Of John Tavares' InjuryThe Toronto Maple Leafs got bad news when star center John Tavares suffered a major injury Thursday against Buffalo. But while the Buds will miss Tavares, other Leafs players now have a golden chance to step up and contribute meaningfully. Which Leafs will make the most of increased opportunities?The Hockey NewsSunday Standings: Penguins need to ‘dig in’ to get out of slumpIt’s been a tough road trip for the Penguins, three games have resulted in three losses. Suddenly the type of adversity the team saw last December has showed up earlier in the season this time around. “It’s on us. It’s on us together,” coach Dan Muse said after last night’s 6-2 loss to Vegas. “We […]SB NationMaple Leafs’ Goalie News Emerges Ahead of Islanders MatchupAmong tonight's scheduled NHL games is a matchup between the Maple Leafs and the New York Islanders. Find out who will get the start tonight. The post Maple Leafs’ Goalie News Emerges Ahead of Islanders Matchup appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY