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Mar. 11, 2026 at 10:33am

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The latest news and analysis from The Hockey Writers on the New York Islanders, including their 2025-26 schedule, NHL standings, and a quote from the Islanders GM about the playoff cap not being an issue.

Why it matters

The Islanders are a key team in the NHL, with a passionate fan base in New York. Their performance and roster moves are closely watched by hockey fans and analysts alike.

The details

The article from The Hockey Writers covers a range of Islanders-related content, including their schedule, standings, and commentary from the team's GM on the playoff cap situation.

  • The article was published on March 11, 2026.

The players

Islanders GM

The general manager of the New York Islanders hockey team.

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What they’re saying

“Islanders GM doesn't think playoff cap will be 'an issue at all'”

— Islanders GM

The takeaway

The Islanders continue to be a team to watch in the NHL, with their GM confident about their ability to navigate the playoff cap situation as they make a push for the postseason.