Islanders have Mat Barzal’s back for defending rookie star with stick-swinging incident

The Islanders had no inclination to scold Mat Barzal after he was tossed from Sunday’s loss to the Blue Jackets for swinging ...

Islanders' retaliation sparks mayhem during loss to Blue Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets and New York Islanders' matchup got chaotic in the second period after a tripping call led to a ...
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Mat Barzal Did What Leaders Do — Even If It Might Cost Him

Mathew Barzal’s reaction to Mason Marchment on Sunday night instantly became one of the most talked-about moments surrounding ...

Islanders' Patrick Roy has no problem with Barzal defending Schaefer

When your team lands one of the most promising young players in the league, making sure he stays protected becomes a top ...
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Mathieu Darche has Mat Barzal decision to make — and it could impact Islanders’ entire offseason plan

One of Mathieu Darche’s most important decisions this summer isn’t a decision at all, but a question that could prompt multiple: When the Islanders’ general manager pulls up his team’s depth chart, is ...

Rangers Daily: Adam Fox ‘closer;’ Islanders’ Mat Barzal could be suspended

Braden Schneider and Matthew Robertson, in particular, albeit in different roles, really stepped up with Fox sidelined.