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Skinner wins Calder Trophy as top rookie Wed Jun 22 19:51:11 2011 EST
Las Vegas, NV (Sports Network) - Carolina Hurricanes forward Jeff Skinner was awarded the 2011 Calder Trophy as the NHL's top rookie. Skinner, 19, beat out Michael Grabner of the New York Islanders and San Jose's Logan Couture for the honor, and became the first player in Hartford/Carolina franchise annals to win the trophy. Skinner had the fewest goals of the trio with 31, but added 32 assists to lead all first-year players with 63 points. The Ontario native became the seventh-youngest player
Nassau County, Islanders reach lease agreement for new arena Wed Jun 22 18:37:12 2011 EST
Uniondale, NY (Sports Network) - The New York Islanders and Nassau County announced on Wednesday that both parties have joined to reach a lease agreement on a new arena which would keep the club where it is through at least 2045. Islanders owner Charles Wang and Nassau County executive Edward P. Mangano issued joint statements. "With this unprecedented agreement, we are paying for this state-of-the-art sports-entertainment destination," Wang said. "The Islanders were born on Long Island, won fo
2011 NHL Entry Draft: Players to Watch Tue Jun 21 23:57:10 2011 EST
aft. There are some people who believe the Oilers will take Larsson with No. 1 rather than draft yet another forward prospect with a high first- round selection. Others believe the Swede could fall as far as fifth, landing in the lap of the New York Islanders. Larsson, a 6-foot-3, 200-pound defenseman, has already proven his worth in Sweden's top professional league and could be the most NHL-ready player available on Friday night. He is the top-rated international skater by NHL Central Scouting
Five questions Cup final will answer Tue May 31 13:17:17 2011 EST
o win its first Stanley Cup in franchise history. The team entered the NHL for the 1970-71 season and, many years and gruesome uniform changes later, it is getting a third crack at Stanley Cup glory, having also lost in 1982 to the dynastic New York Islanders. Bruins' fans have also been chomping at the bit for some time, not having raised the Stanley Cup since Nixon went to China, the Vietnam War was still raging and some smarty pants' broke into Democratic headquarters at Watergate in 1972. No
Stanley Cup Finals - Vancouver: the heavy favorite Tue May 31 12:50:05 2011 EST
st the heavily favored Vancouver Canucks. Vancouver, led by Roberto Luongo and the Sedin twins (Daniel and Henrik), have failed to reach the Finals since a disheartening 1994 loss to the Rangers. The Canucks also were stopped in 1982 by the New York Islanders. They hope the third time is the charm, particularly since they ended the regular season with the best record in the NHL. Maybe that's the reason why folks who like Vancouver must wager $235 to win $100, while those siding with Boston could
Islanders' Weight announces retirement Thu May 26 13:24:09 2011 EST
Uniondale, NY (Sports Network) - New York Islanders center and captain Doug Weight announced his retirement from the sport after 19 years on Thursday. The 40-year-old will be staying with the club as an assistant coach and special assistant to general manager Garth Snow. "It was an honor to be a member of the NHL for the 19 years I laced up my skates," said Weight. "I have a lifetime of memories from playing this game and cherish them all. I am excited to begin this next phase of my professiona
Isles lock up Okposo with five-year contract Wed May 25 18:31:38 2011 EST
Uniondale, NY (Sports Network) - The New York Islanders and forward Kyle Okposo agreed to terms on a five-year contract Wednesday. Okposo began the 2010-11 campaign on the shelf with a shoulder injury he suffered during training camp. The 23-year-old missed the first 44 games of the season and wound up compiling 20 points (5G, 15A) in 38 contests. "Kyle has been a critical part of our young core over the past few seasons," said Islanders general manager Garth Snow. "He is a high character guy t
Report: Weight to announce retirement on Thursday Mon May 23 20:52:35 2011 EST
Melville NY (Sports Network) - The New York Islanders are calling a Thursday press conference, at which time it is expected that Doug Weight will announce his retirement. Newsday reported on Monday that the Islanders released an advisory for a press conference on the future of Weight, the team's captain. Back on March 29, the paper revealed that Weight ruled himself out for the remainder of this season, and was strongly considering an end to his playing days. He was limited to just 18 games tha
Coyotes sign center Nokelainen Fri May 20 13:22:42 2011 EST
inki in Finland, recording 11 goals and 16 assists for 27 points to go with 116 penalty minutes. Nokelainen appeared in 17 games for Phoenix during the 2009-10 season, finishing the year with two points and six penalty minutes. In 189 career NHL games with the New York Islanders, Boston Bruins, Anaheim Ducks and Coyotes, Nokelainen has 17 goals and 17 assists for 34 points and 66 penalty minutes. He was originally selected by the Islanders with the 16th overall pick of the 2004 NHL Entry Draft.
Isles agree to 5-year deal with Calder finalist Grabner Fri May 13 14:44:36 2011 EST
Uniondale, NY (Sports Network) - The New York Islanders and forward Michael Grabner agreed to a five-year contract on Friday. The 23-year-old Grabner led the Islanders as well as all of the league's rookies with 34 goals, while his 52 points ranked third among the freshmen class and earned him a nomination for the Calder Trophy. "Michael showed last season that he is an elite player in this league," said Islanders general manager Garth Snow. "In addition to providing speed and skill to our offe
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