PTIsles

In the latest edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) is joined by CBS 880 Sports Anchor and Ny Sports Day writer, Peter Schwartz (@SchwartzSports). Topics Discussed: - A not overly impressive 4 game winning streak - Brocktober continues - Barzal is shooting (and scoring) - Teenage Love (Wahlstrom & Dobson) - Brassard struggles - Belmont bound - Attendance challenges

In the Alumni edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) is joined by Islanders fan favorite and enforcer, Mick Vukota who spent parts of 10 seasons on Long Island. Mick talks about Islanders ownership commitment to alumni in recent years and what teammates he's excited to see on Saturday Night. Later, Vukota talks about the 1993 Islanders, beating the Penguins and his reaction to Dale Hunter's hit on Pierre Turgeon. Plus, the Islanders-Rangers rivalry, playing with Islanders legends and the...

In the 2019-20 season premiere of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) previews the upcoming season with the play-by-play radio voice of the New York Islanders, Chris King. They discuss Josh Ho-sang's trade request, Noah Dobson making the team and the few, but new additions to the roster. Later, the talk about breakout candidates, a full season of Devon Toews, prospects that impressed and the scene at the Belmont groundbreaking last Saturday.

In this edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and Gotham Sports Network's James Duffy (@TwoTurtleDuffs) discuss the fallout from a July 1st that brought on a wide range of emotions for Islanders Country. The Islanders lose out to the Rangers for Artemi Panarin, the Captain stays as Anders Lee inks a 7 year deal and Semyon Varlamov replaces Robin Lehner in net under curious circumstances.

On this episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) is joined by NHL.com's Brian Compton to chat about the start of an eventful summer for the New York Islanders. They break down the Anders Lee negotiations, Robin Lehner's strong desire to stay on the Island, Eberle and Nelson returning, the Mitch Marner off-sheet, targeting Panarin, the Martin-Esiason wedding and much more.

In the latest edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) is joined by Alex 'Buddy' Peck (@BudGSN) and Rob Taub (@RTaub_) following a disappointing end to the season after the Islanders were swept out of the Stanley Cup playoffs by the Carolina Hurricanes. They discuss went went wrong in the Carolina series while reflecting on what was an unlikely and improbable Islanders season, one that defied expectations, but leaves more work to be done. We also take a look ahead at the tough UFA...

In the latest edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono(@IslesBlog) and Alex 'Buddy' Peck (@BudGSN) are joined by Andrew Gross (@AGrossNewsday, Islanders beat reporter for Newsday. Topics Discussed: - The impact of the team's lengthy layoff - Jordan Eberle hopes to stay hot - Robin Lehner receives national attention - Pelech & Pulock become a shutdown D - Josh Bailey appreciation - Canes or Caps?

In the latest edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog), James Duffy (@TwoTurtleDuffs) and Rob Taub (@RTaub_) react to the Islanders taking a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Pittsburgh Penguins following a 4-1 win on Sunday afternoon.

F*ckin right! In the latest episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and Alex 'Buddy' Peck (@BudGSN) reflect on the Islanders unlikely playoff season as the team clinched their spot after a 5-1 win versus the Buffalo Sabres at the Coliseum on Saturday Night. Later, they discuss the hidden and not so hidden MVPs for this season, fans recognizing Barry Trotz, lingering questions and the rest of the Eastern Conference Playoff picture.

In the latest episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) is joined by the New York Post beat writer Brett Cyrgalis following back-to-back blowout losses to the Boston Bruins and Montreal Canadiens. Brett and Joe discuss Barry Trotz's displeasure with his team's response to the hit on Scott Mayfield, players going on their own program, the lack of scoring and where the Islanders will end up at the end of this playoff push.

On the latest episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) is joined by long-time voice of the New York Islanders and Hall of Fame NHL Broadcaster Jiggs McDonald. Jiggs (or 'Kenneth' as Bill Torrey called him) reflects on last weekend's festivities, shares stories from the dynasty years and tells us what made "The Architect" such a brilliant GM. Jiggs also tells us what it was like to back in the booth on Saturday with Brendan Burke and Butch Goring and gives us his thoughts on this surprising...

In the latest episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) alongside Gotham Sports Network's James Duffy (@TwoTurtleDuffs) and Alex 'Buddy' Peck (@BudGSN) discuss the cathartic circus that was Islanders-Maple Leafs on Thursday Night as the Islanders Faithful 'welcomed' back John Tavares to the Old Barn. The guys discuss whether or not Islanders fans got it right, the national media and Toronto's reaction to it all and offer some final (for now) thoughts on the Tavares saga. Later, they...

In this episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog)is joined by senior Islanders and NHL writer for The Athletic, Arthur Staple (@StapeAthletic). Topics Discussed: - Trade Deadline Targets - Impact of Ladd & Hickey's Return - Arena Playoff Compromise - Setting the scene for 2/28 vs Toronto - How Trotz corrected the team's defense - Winning with Garth's roster - Will the Isles win the Metro?

In the latest episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog), James Duffy (@TwoTurtleDuffs) and Alex 'Buddy' Peck (@BudGSN) try to cope after a rare Islanders lackluster performance in Buffalo by discussing whether or not the Islanders should be "big game hunters" at the deadline. NHL.com Brian Compton joins the show to breakdown trade targets, Ladd and Hickey's return, the scoring prowess of Casey Cizikas and why the Islanders reek of Vegas. Later, James lends an assist to Butch Goring and the...

In this edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and James Duffy (@TwoTurtleDuffs) talk with Islanders radio play by play announcer Chris King. "Kinger" talks about the team's remarkable first half, Mat Barzal's All-Star Weekend and Barry's Trotz structure. Later, King shares his thoughts on Anders Lee's contract status and which arena the Islanders should play in come the post-season.

In the latest edition of the PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog), James Duffy (@TwoTurtleDuffs) and Alex 'Buddy' Peck (@BudGSN) talk about the FIRST PLACE NEW YORK ISLANDERS, now 15-3 in their last 18 games and the best record in the NHL since December 15th. Later, they take fan voice-mails in the Long Island Sound-off, discuss potential playoff home games scheduling and play an epic rant from Steve Dangle (@Steve_Dangle) about the suddenly struggling Leafs that have fallen behind the Isles in...

In the latest edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) is joined by Newday's Islanders beat reporter, Andrew Gross (@AGrossNewsday) following the team's resounding 5-1 win over the NHL best Tampa Bay Lightning. Topics Discussed: - The Isles surprise first half - Devon Toews continues to impress - The BFLE getting the job done - Brock Nelson and Anders Lee contracts - Will Jordan Eberle be traded? - Robin Lehner's long-term outlook with the team - Michael Dal Colle finding his way - Josh...

In the latest edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and James Duffy (@TwoTurtleDuffs) talk about the NHL hottest team - the New York Islanders who are riding a 6 game winning streak after a 4-3 win on Saturday night. Topics include: - Robin Lehner emerges as the No. 1 goalie - Mat Barzal is named an All-Star - Devon Toews is better than expected Later, Joe and James are joined by data analytics guru Carey Haber (@habermetrics) to break down what the advanced stats say about the...

In the latest edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and Alex 'Buddy' Peck (@BudGSN) spread Holiday cheer following the Islanders back-to-back road wins in Colorado and Arizona. Later, Joe and Alex share their Christmas wishes for the Islanders the rest of the season. Topics Discussed: - 3 in a row - Defense First - Barzal Buying in - Ho-Sang Staying - Pulock Slapped Straight - Beauvillier Stays Hot

In this edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and James Duffy (@TwoTurtleDuffs) reflect on the emotional high point of the season, a 3-2 character win in Detroit after the hit on Anders Lee. Later, they bid farewell to the Islanders Power Play drought, discuss Josh Ho-sang likely brief stint back with the team and Thomas Greiss' heavy workload. Plus, fans call in during the Long Island Sound-Off segment to tell us what they believe Barry Trotz biggest impact has been on the organization...