Islanders D-man Tony DeAngelo out 1-2 weeks with injury

Defenseman suffered lower-body injury in loss to Blackhawks

Mar. 26, 2026 at 11:23pm

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New York Islanders defenseman Tony DeAngelo will miss the next one to two weeks after suffering a lower-body injury, the team announced shortly before their game against the Dallas Stars. DeAngelo was hurt during the first period of Tuesday's loss to the Chicago Blackhawks.

Why it matters

DeAngelo has been a solid contributor on the Islanders' second defensive pairing this season, so his absence will be felt as the team pushes for a playoff spot. The timing is somewhat fortunate, however, as fellow veteran defenseman Ryan Pulock is set to return to the lineup.

The details

DeAngelo appeared to get injured during a turnover in the Islanders' zone against the Blackhawks, which led to a goal against. He was unable to get back and did not return to the game. In 72 games this season, the 30-year-old has 5 goals and 28 assists.

  • On March 22, 2026, DeAngelo was injured in the first period of the Islanders' game against the Blackhawks.
  • The Islanders announced DeAngelo's 1-2 week injury timeline shortly before their March 26, 2026 game against the Dallas Stars.

The players

Tony DeAngelo

A 30-year-old defenseman in his second season with the New York Islanders.

Ryan Pulock

A veteran defenseman for the New York Islanders who is set to return to the lineup after a short absence due to a lower-body injury.

Adam Pelech

The Islanders defenseman who has been paired with DeAngelo on the team's second defensive pairing.

Isaiah George

A defenseman called up from the Islanders' AHL affiliate in Bridgeport.

Adam Boqvist

The Islanders defenseman who has been playing on the team's third pairing.

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