On the final episode of No Sleep Til Belmont, Arthur takes listener questions about whether the Isles’ recent power play improvements can continue or not, what the trade deadline will look like for the team if they’re out of playoff contention, how much longer Lou Lamoriello will be the GM, potential trade options on defense, the possibility of acquiring Johnny Gaudreau or Filip Forsberg over the summer, and if Barry Trotz will remain with the Islanders after his contract expires at the end of next season. Plus, Arthur’s favorite Islander to interview over the years, his favorite memories covering the team, whether the Rangers or Islanders are in a better situation right now, and some final thank you’s before signing off. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and former Islanders head coach Scott Gordon discuss how game cancellations and uncertainty about when the team is going to play next effects preparation and planning, the impact of Mathew Barzal’s absence, and two great examples of Barry Trotz’s coaching in Noah Dobson and Anthony Beauvillier’s respective games. Plus, thoughts on Josh Bailey’s struggles, the Isles carrying an 0-6 record after regulation, how difficult it can be to adjust the minutes of a veteran like Zdeno Chara who’s showing signs of decline in his game, the message coaches send to their players before a holiday break, and more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and Grabs talk about the Isles tough start to the season, dropping their first two games to the Carolina Hurricanes and Florida Panthers respectively, and discuss some inconsistencies in their game, the impact of Matt Martin’s absence, Anders Lee’s return following season-ending ACL surgery last year, and more. Then, the guys talk about Zdeno Chara still figuring out the Islanders system, Semyon Varlamov’s imminent return, Ilya Sorokin’s inability to make a big save after a defensive breakdown, Brocktober in full effect, and Adam Pelech having not been on the ice for a goal against yet this season. Plus, to close the show, the guys touch on some topics from around the league and Grabs breaks down a player’s mindset when they’re on a breakaway. And, right now, you can save 50% on an annual subscription to The Athletic when you visit http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur and Mark look back at the Isles’ wins over Toronto, 5-4, in John Tavares’s first visit to the Coliseum this season, and over Philly in a shootout, 4-3. Then, the guys discuss how the Islanders’ hard-nose hockey has largely been their key to success, even in this skill-and-speed-oriented era. Plus, looking ahead to a back-to-back set vs. the Pens with the chance to match a franchise-best fifteen straight games with at least a point, Otto Koivula, Josh Bailey, Andrew Ladd, and more.  Get 40% off an annual subscription to The Athletic when you visit http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur breaks down the Isles last stretch of games, a 4-1 win over Ottawa, a rough 4-3 overtime loss to the Pens, and a bounce-back 2-1 win against the Panthers, and details the team’s roster moves with Jordan Eberle returning to the lineup. Plus, a look ahead at former Islanders captain John Tavares returning to Nassau Coliseum for the first time this season on Wednesday night. Then, Katie String, former Isles beat writer for Newsday, and current investigative writer for The Athletic, joins the show and talks to Arthur about her time covering the team, Don Cherry’s controversial comments and subsequent dismissal from Sportsnet, spearheading The Athletic’s Culture Blitz, and more. Get 40% off an annual subscription to The Athletic when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur and Mark discuss the Isles impressive nine-game win streak, and third-fastest ten wins in franchise history, heading into Tuesday night’s game against Ottawa at the Barclays Center. Plus, Derick Brassard’s five-game goal-scoring streak as he finds his comfort zone with the team, Semyon Varlamov coming into his own under goalie coach Mitch Korn, Noah Dobson set to make his first back-to-back appearance of the season, and much more. Save 40% off your annual subscription to The Athletic when you sign up at http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur and Mark discuss the Isles’ best eleven game start since 2001-02 and their current seven game win streak, including regulation victories over the Coyotes, Senators, and Flyers. Plus, Mathew Barzal’s thoughts on Coach Trotz revealing his recent stick changes, Ross Johnston and Cole Bardreau buoying the fourth line with guys out of the lineup due to injury, Nick Leddy and Johnny Boychuk continuing to play well as a defensive pair, Derick Brassard heating up after a switch to the wing, the Islanders having the fewest powerplay opportunities in the league so far, and more. Subscribe to The Athletic now for 40% off your annual subscription at http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur and Mark break down the Islanders back-to-back road wins over the Winnipeg Jets and the Columbus Blue Jackets and discuss the impact of Mathew Barzal embracing a more shoot-first mentality, the Isles’ league-leading success in overtime under Barry Trotz, and a “we-over-me” attitude helping to anchor the team through recent injury woes. Plus, the benefits of Lou Lamoriello re-establishing a legitimate pipeline from Bridgeport, and the guys take a quick look ahead to upcoming games against the Arizona Coyotes, Ottawa Senators, and Philadelphia Flyers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur and Mark break down the Isles last three games, a 5-2 loss to Carolina, followed by two straight wins, 3-2 over Florida in a shootout and 3-2 against St. Louis in OT, and discuss Oliver Wahlstrom’s debut in the wake of Jordan Eberle and Casey Cizikas injuries, Matt Martin sitting out in back-to-back games, Derick Brassard’s slow start, Semyon Varlamov’s best game as an Islander against the Panthers, and more. Subscribe to The Athletic now for 40% off your annual subscription at http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur and Mark discuss Josh Ho-Sang’s status with the team and detail some of the issues he’s had throughout his Islanders tenure that led to his current situation. Then, the guys give their thoughts on the Isles’ first two games against the Caps and Jets and look forward to Tuesday night’s game against the Oilers, a team trying to emulate the Lou Lamoriello-Barry Trotz model. Plus, Noah Dobson making his NHL debut, Johnny Boychuk’s veteran role, Adam Pelech and Ryan Pulock as a number one pair, and quick thoughts on Friday’s first meeting with the Carolina Hurricanes since last year’s playoffs. Subscribe to The Athletic now for 40% off your annual subscription at http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the debut episode of No Sleep Til Belmont, Arthur and Mark break down the Islanders opening night roster, from forwards to defensemen to goaltenders, discuss the additions of Derick Brassard and Semyon Varlamov, and the subtraction of Robin Lehner, and the importance of the Isles fourth line, and predict where the team will finish in the Metropolitan division, as well as which teams could be in the Stanley Cup Final. Plus, Mark gives his perspective on the Auston Matthews drama in Toronto. Subscribe to The Athletic now for 40% off your annual subscription at http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Athletic's Arthur Staple and former Islander forward Mark Parrish take a twice-weekly look at the New York Islanders, sharing news, insights, and unique perspectives as the team continues its journey toward a Cup...and a new arena! Subscribe to The Athletic now for 40% off your annual subscription at http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and Grabs preview the Islanders’ season and discuss how lofty expectations both within the organization and throughout the hockey world could impact the team’s mindset, over-unders on Anders Lee goals and Mathew Barzal points, potential trophy winners, and more. Plus, the guys make their divisional winners, conference champions, and the eventual Stanley Cup champion, and Grabs takes listener questions about things Islanders fans would be surprised to know about the Coliseum, sneaky good goalies he’s played with, his favorite goal, locker room language barriers, and more. And, you can save 50% on an annual subscription to The Athletic when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur introduces former Islander Michael Grabner as his cohost for the month of October and Grabs talks about what he’s been up to lately, his plans for continuing his hockey career, his training camp experiences with the Isles, and more. Plus, the guys discuss the additions of Zdeno Chara and Zach Parise to the lineup, Josh Bailey approaching the thousand games played milestone, how far Adam Pelech and Ryan Pulock have come since their early days with the team, who some of Grabs’ funniest teammates were, how the NHL relaxing player dress codes could lead to bigger buzz about the league, Robin Lehner’s Twitter exposé, and more. Join The Athletic Hockey Show’s official fantasy hockey pool on OfficePools.com: http://www.officepools.com/invite/classic/m/HAFE2H6Q And, right now, you can save 50% on an annual subscription to The Athletic when you visit http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur is joined Mike Leboff, NHL editor at The Action Network, and a die-hard Islanders fan, to discuss how bettors are starting to view the Isles now that they’ve shown repeated playoff success the last few season, Mike’s best value bets for the Norris, the Jack Adams, the Vezina, and the Hart, and more. Plus, thoughts on how far the Islanders have come from the dark times following the Dynasty years to being respected league-wide at this point, Stan Fischler stories as the Maven is set to be inducted into the US Hockey Hall of Fame, and more. Join The Athletic Hockey Show’s official fantasy hockey pool on OfficePools.com: http://www.officepools.com/invite/classic/m/HAFE2H6Q And, right now, you can save 50% on an annual subscription to The Athletic when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur talks about the results of The Athletic’s Islanders fan survey including how optimistic the fanbase is about the Isles this season, confidence in Lou Lamoriello as the team’s GM, favorite and least favorite current Islander, Lou’s best moves so far, excitement about UBS Arena, areas of concern, when the Islanders will win a Stanley Cup, and much more. Plus, thoughts on the additions of veterans Zdeno Chara and Zach Parise, what roles they’ll fill on the team, where they’ll fit into the lineup, and more. And, right now, you can save 50% on an annual subscription to The Athletic when you visit: theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to new episodes of No Sleep Til Belmont every Tuesday all season long starting September 21. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur is joined by Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman to give his thoughts on the Islanders’ transformation over the last few years under Lou Lamoriello and Barry Trotz, Adam Pelech developing into a really impressive player, and the potential for a Gabriel Landeskog signing, as well as share some Lou Lamoriello stories. Plus, Arthur discusses Jordan Eberle’s tenure with the Isles after the Seattle Kraken selected him in the expansion draft last week, the decision to not qualify Michael Dal Colle, possible free agent targets for the team, and more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur discusses what the Isles are up to heading into Seattle Kraken expansion, the NHL Draft, and the opening of free agency and he answers listener questions about if Lou Lamoriello will let the Kraken take Josh Bailey, if the Islanders have interest in Jamie Oleksiak, how likely is it that they’ll take a big swing at Gabriel Landeskog, Vladimir Tarasenko trade potential, Josh Ho-Sang’s future, and many more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur and AJ discuss the end of the Islanders 2020-21 season including how hard everyone in and around the organization is taking being eliminated from the playoffs, the incredible Game 6 send-off for Nassau Coliseum, what the future holds at UBS Arena at Belmont Park, difficult offseason roster choices involving Anthony Beauvillier, Adam Pelech, Ilya Sorokin, Casey Cizikas, and Kyle Palmieri, and much more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur gives his instant analysis following the Islanders’ 1-0 Game 7 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning and breaks down everything that went down on Friday night in Florida. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and guest cohost, former Islanders head coach Scott Gordon, discuss the Isles doing the right things to start turning their season around, including getting more regulars back into the lineup and coming out of their own zone smoother, getting more contributions from veterans like Zach Parise and Zdeno Chara, and more. Then, the guys give their thoughts on Anthony Beauvillier’s benching, Oliver Wahlstrom’s offensive punch in limited minutes, and the perception that Barry Trotz favors veterans over younger players. Plus, Scott’s perspective on the evolution of goaltending since his time in net with the Quebec Nordiques, Semyon Varlamov going winless since his return to the lineup, Ilya Sorokin’s opportunity to carry the load for awhile, the rise of goalie coaches, and more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and AJ break down a rough night in Tampa Bay for the Islanders on Monday night, dropping Game 5 to the Lightning 8-0, and going down 3-2 in the best of seven series, and discuss how quickly the team can recover after the loss, whether Mathew Barzal will face a suspension or just a fine, and more. Plus, looking back at Ryan Pulock’s incredible dying seconds block of Ryan McDonagh’s spinning backhand shot in Game 4 to preserve the Isles’ win, if Semyon Varlamov will be back in net for Game 6, or if Oliver Wahlstrom should return to the lineup, favorite memories from the Coliseum ahead of Wednesday night’s potential final game at the old barn, and more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and AJ recap the Isles’ dominant 2-1 Game 1 win over the defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning and discuss how their structure kept the Lightning quiet, how Victor Hedman’s injury woes are effecting his play, and more. Plus, looking ahead to Game 2 tonight, looking back to last week’s Game 6 elimination of the Boston Bruins at the Coliseum, potential Islanders playoff MVPs so far, and responding to Hockey Twitter’s questionable Islanders tropes. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur and AJ recap the Isles’ big Game 5 win in Boston on Monday night, including Bruce Cassidy going off on the refs and the “New York Saints” during his postgame press conference and Semyon Varlamov’s excellent play in net, vastly outplaying Tuukka Rask thus far. Plus, looking ahead to Wednesday night’s Game 6 at Nassau Coliseum with an opportunity for the Islanders to advance to the Final Four, Travis Zajac’s steady, under-the-radar play, AJ’s advance scouting of the Lightning and Hurricanes, and more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur gives his instant analysis following the Isles’ huge 5-4 Game 5 win over the Boston Bruins, setting the stage for an elimination Game 6 at the Coliseum on Wednesday night. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and AJ discuss the Isles’ gritty, come-from-behind 4-3 overtime win over the Bruins in Game 2, evening their second round series at one game apiece, Casey Cizikas coming through as the unlikely OT hero, the whereabouts of the likely heroes, Mathew Barzal and Jordan Eberle, and the consistency of the JGP-Palmieri-Zajac line. Plus, potential lineup changes heading into Game 3 involving Oliver Wahlstrom, Travis Zajac, and Leo Komarov, Semyon Varlamov’s impressive performance in Game 2, spotty statistics, the Leafs collapse, and much more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur and AJ sit down together at Nassau Coliseum immediately following the Islanders’ 5-3 Game 6 win to eliminate the Penguins and give their instant reaction to everything that unfolded Wednesday night. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and AJ discuss Ilya Sorokin’s signature performance as an Islander in Game 5 against the Penguins, making 48 saves en route to a 3-2 double overtime win and a 3-2 series lead, as well as Adam Pelech’s standout play. Plus, lingering concerns about the Isles’ slow starts and defensive turnovers, Oliver Wahlstrom’s status after an ugly collision with Mike Matheson, a potential matchup with the Boston Bruins, the NHL’s brightest stars not making it deep into the playoffs, and more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur and AJ sit down together at Nassau Coliseum immediately following the Islanders’ 5-4 Game 3 loss to the Penguins and give their instant reaction to everything that unfolded Thursday night. Get a 6 month subscription to The Athletic for just $1 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and AJ recap the Isles 4-3 overtime win over the Penguins in Game 1 of their first round playoff series Sunday afternoon and discuss Ilya Sorokin’s performance in net, JGP’s three-point performance, and Kyle Palmieri’s game-winner. Plus, if Semyon Varlamov will be between the pipes tonight for Game 2, Mathew Barzal and Jordan Eberle needing to raise their level a bit, Coach Trotz’s usage of Noah Dobson late in games, and AJ discusses what is was like to be back between the benches again. Now, you can get a 6 month subscription to The Athletic for just $1 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, MSG Network’s Shannon Hogan joins the show to give her thoughts on where the Isles are right now as a time, how they stack up against their first round playoff opponents the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Bruins “homer” commentary during the Leo Komarov-David Pastrnak altercation, what covering the team during a pandemic was like, Butch Goring stories!, and more. Plus, Arthur and AJ deep dive into the Islanders vs. Penguins series, discussing how the two teams match up, keys to victory, potential X-factors, and much more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur is joined by The Athletic’s new Islanders beat writer, Kevin Kurz, to talk about his new role, his thoughts on the Isles, and the fanbase, Evgeni Nabokov stories, the Evander Kane situation, and more. Then, December’s guest cohost, Scott Gordon, joins the show and discusses managing expectations when guys return to the lineup and maybe try to do too much, how Josh Bailey, Anders Lee, and Adam Pelech are helping generate scoring chances, encouraging signs on the power play, thoughts on Anthony Beauvillier and Kyle Palmieri, Noah Dobson’s strong play, the Philadelphia Flyers situation, and more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and AJ discuss the Islanders putting the proverbial nails in the Rangers’ coffin over the weekend, essentially eliminating their rival from the playoffs while clinching their own playoff berth in the process, quickly followed by a letdown loss to the Buffalo Sabres on Monday night. Plus, which Isles, if any, have a chance to win an NHL award at the end of this season, what Travis Zajac’s absence from recent lineups could mean for the playoffs, Tom Wilson’s dangerous actions against the Rangers on Monday night, and more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First up, Sportsnet’s Justin Bourne joins the show to talk about what he’s seen from the Islanders this year and where they’re potentially going, whether a grind it out, defensive team like the Isles can win a Cup without a gamebreaking offensive player or not, the Isles-Leafs social media rivalry, and much more. Plus, Arthur and AJ break down the team’s last three games, going 1-2 with a big win over the Rangers and back-to-back losses to the Caps, the ideal first round playoff matchup for the Isles, Leo Komarov as an X-factor against highly-skilled opponents, and more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and AJ take a look back at the last week of Islanders games, including a couple of rough ones against the Bruins and a much-needed bounce back against the Flyers on Sunday night, a bit of complacency creeping into the team’s overall play, and Kyle Palmieri and Travis Zajac not jumpstarting the offense so far. Plus, looking ahead to tonight’s game against the Rangers, AJ being critical of Mathew Barzal on Sunday’s national broadcast, Oliver Wahlstrom potentially coming out of the lineup as Josh Bailey and Cal Clutterbuck likely return, what an ideal Isles lineup could look like heading into the playoffs, and more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, former Islander Michael Grabner joins the show to discuss his playing career on Long Island, the intensity of playoff games at the Coliseum, playing for Lou Lamoriello in Toronto, what it’s like getting traded at the deadline, thoughts on Kyle Palmieri, Travis Zajac, and Andy Greene, and much more. Plus, Arthur and AJ break down the Isles’ big, pre-deadline deal, acquiring Kyle Palmieri and Travis Zajac from the New Jersey Devils for a first round pick and prospects, and discuss how both Palmieri and Zajac have fit into the lineup so far, Lou Lamoriello choosing this deal over a potential Taylor Hall trade, other deals around the league, and more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are excited to announce The Athletic's new podcast series - Shattered: Hope, Heartbreak and the New York Knicks. Hosted by hip-hop legend Chuck D, the series dives deep on the past 20 years of the Knicks. Shattered reveals never-heard-before stories about the Knicks, team owner James Dolan and the NBA, with interviews from dozens of voices including franchise legend Patrick Ewing. This is the first 5 minutes of episode one - a look at how the 90's Knicks team broke apart. To listen to the rest click this link or search Shattered wherever you get your podcasts. A new episode of Shattered will be released every Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and AJ discuss Mathew Barzal’s great week last week, scoring three goals and seven points in three games, en route to NHL first star or the week honors, Leo Komarov showing why he’s valuable on Barzal’s wing, and more. Plus, Josh Bailey becoming just the fourth Islander to play 900 games with the franchise, and reaching the 500 career point milestone, and the possibility of the Isles acquiring Taylor Hall from the Buffalo Sabres. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First up, former Islander Colin McDonald joins the show to discuss his retirement from professional hockey, memories of breaking into the league with the Isles, Thomas Hickey’s return to the ice after a couple years away, Oliver Wahlstrom’s evolution as a player, and much more. Then, Arthur and AJ talk about the Islanders dropping two straight to the Pens as the absence of Anders Lee begins to take its toll on their overall game, potential lineup changes, trade targets as the deadline approaches, and more. And, right now, you can join The Athletic for just $1 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont or for just 1 CAD a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmontcanada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur and AJ talk about the Islanders taking four points from the Flyers over their last three games, finding ways to win, despite a bit of inconsistency creeping into their game, Ilya Sorokin’s impressive 37-save performance Monday night to win his eighth straight game, and Thomas Hickey’s long-awaited, emotional return to the lineup. Plus, Barry Trotz trying to maximize what he has with Anders Lee out for the season, Anthony Beauvillier as a potential trade piece heading into the deadline, how guys like Ryan Getzlaf or Dustin Brown could fit into the Isles’ lineup from a purely hockey standpoint, Oliver Wahlstrom electrifying the offensive, and more. And, right now, you can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $1 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont or for just 1 CAD a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmontcanada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and AJ discuss the impact Anders Lee’s injury will have on the Islanders lineup, and their trade deadline mentality, Kieffer Bellows scoring three times in his last two games, and more. Plus, listener questions about potential trade deadline options, who and what GM Lou Lamoriello might be willing to trade away in a deadline deal, Sebastian Aho’s return to the lineup after 1,092 days, Anatoly Golyshev’s move from the KHL to Long Island, and more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and AJ talk about Mathew Barzal’s all-time great, between the legs goal against the Sabres on Saturday night, the credit he deserves for tweaks he’s made to his game, and being more creative in an attacking way, as Barry Trotz wants. Then, they discuss how the schedule is working in the Isles’ favor, having just played the lowly Buffalo Sabres, a game agains the struggling Bruins tonight, and then three straight against the second-to-last place New Jersey Devils, and Barry Trotz’s upcoming 1,700 games coached milestone. Plus, listener questions about Sebastian Aho’s potential place in the lineup, if the disparity in divisional travel will play a factor in the conference final games, and Tom Wilson’s seven game suspension. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur introduces former Islanders head coach Scott Gordon as December cohost and then the guys discuss Scott’s time on the Island, what he learned during his tenure behind the bench, what stood out to him about young players like Josh Bailey and John Tavares, and more. Plus, Scott shares his insights on what the current Islanders are dealing with during their COVID-19 pause, how guys like Andy Andreoff can help create offense, thoughts on the work ethic of the Bridgeport Sound Tigers, winning versus development in the AHL, and more. Annual subscriptions to The Athletic are just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and AJ discuss the emergence of Oliver Wahlstrom, the re-emergence of the Brock Nelson-Anthony Beauvillier-Josh Bailey line, the power play really starting to heat up, and big wins over the Bruins and Pens in their last three, heading into tonight’s game agains the Devils. Plus, issues with the Nick Leddy-Scott Mayfield pairing on defense, Barry Trotz trying to lessen the defense’s TOI, and listener questions about Michael Dal Colle and how AJ, as a defenseman, would try to stop Mathew Barzal. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont The Athletic listener survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurvey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur and AJ take a look at the last few Islanders games and discuss some trends that have presented themselves. Plus, Ilya Sorokin's time in net, improvements over his last few starts, and the importance of building trust with the team.  Finally, they wrap with a look back at the 1998 Nagano Olympics, and the gold medal win for the USA Women's hockey team, AJ shares some memories from the Olympics, and how the team still gets together to this day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and AJ discuss the Isles getting into a nice rhythm, picking up points in seven straight games, Anthony Beauvillier’s impending return to the lineup tonight against the Sabres, and whether Oliver Wahlstrom or Leo Komarov should come out of the lineup to make room for Beau. Plus, listener questions from Twitter about Ilya Sorokin’s viability as a backup, the possibility of Cory Schneider getting a start, Semyon Varlamov’s team MVP-worthy start to the season, Mathew Barzal’s nine-game point streak, if Bridgeport is doing a good enough job developing players, and how hard AJ shot the puck during her playing days. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First up, Arthur and AJ hand out report cards to a bunch of Islanders, including Semyon Varlamov, Mathew Barzal, Jordan Eberle, and more, at just about a fifth of the way through the season. Plus, they talk about Barry Trotz winning his 850th game as a head coach, passing his good friend Ken Hitchcock for third on the all-time wins list. And, to close things out, Twitter questions from listeners about Leo Komarov, Sebastian Aho. and more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First, Arthur and AJ discuss the indefinite postponement of tonight’s scheduled Islanders-Sabres game due to COVID-19 protocols, and the possibility of Thursday’s game getting scrapped, too, the team’s rough stretch over the last four games against the Caps and Flyers, and the effect Brock Nelson’s slow start has had, so far. Plus, Ilya Sorokin’s play as he adjusts to the smaller North American ice surface, Barry Trotz looking for linemates to play with Jean-Gabriel Pageau on a more consistent basis, and listener questions, to close things out. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arthur and AJ preview the Islanders upcoming two-game set against the Capitals, playing without a number of their top guys due to COVID-19 restrictions, and discuss Anthony Beauvillier as a game-time decision for tonight’s game, how his potential absence could have ripple effects throughout the lineup, the team’s search for offense, and more. First, they take a look back at the last couple of games against the Devils, the complete lack of goal support in front of rookie netminder Ilya Sorokin so far this season, and the distinct challenges playing multiple back-to-back games present. Plus, responding to a few of the questions that have been trending in Arthur’s Isles Twitter over the last week or so, including Ross Johnston’s role, Noah Dobson’s vision, and more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/nosleeptilbelmont Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices