Pre-Game Talk: Stadium Series: New York Rangers vs New York Islanders | February 18th | 3PM

[xECK29x]

Wanted to get a thread going for this.

Isles Showcase New Stadium Series Gear in Practice | New York Islanders

The Islanders sported new helmets, gloves and socks on Wednesday for the upcoming Stadium Series

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[The Wahligator]

The skater helmets are sick IMO.

 

[Riseonfire]

The skater helmets are sick IMO.

I too appreciate any deviation from "small logo here"


Remember when PJ boy had the golden helmet in the Swiss league during the lockout? I always thought that would be a fun thing in the NHL.

 

[Big L]

I too appreciate any deviation from "small logo here"


Remember when PJ boy had the golden helmet in the Swiss league during the lockout? I always thought that would be a fun thing in the NHL.

Like this?

i dont think it’s ever been done before.

 

[Satan'sIsland81]

Let's be honest. This game is coming at the perfect time. After two lackluster efforts, if these guys cannot get up for their first game against their biggest rivals in almost a year and a half, outside in a football stadium, on a national stage, they should probably look for new careers.

 

[Bones45]

Before I look -- would anyone like to post the Isles PK #'s vs Rangers PP #'s?

I dont think its gunna be pretty.

Weather showing as 37(F) and sunny.

 

[Skip To My Lou]

Before I look -- would anyone like to post the Isles PK #'s vs Rangers PP #'s?

I dont think its gunna be pretty.

Weather showing as 37(F) and sunny.

Rangers PP: 25.62%
Isles PK: 71.34%

 

[Bones45]

Rangers PP: 25.62%
Isles PK: 71.34%

That would be 5th PP vs Dead Last PK?

yikes.

 

[MJF]

That would be 5th PP vs Dead Last PK?

yikes.

Stay out of the box. Now more than ever.

 

[The Wahligator]

Ok, if they go out and lay an egg in this game that HAS to be a catalyst for change, no? I can’t imagine ownership would be happy.

 

[Bones45]

Stay out of the box. Now more than ever.

Yes.

Sadly, most of the time Isles take penalties (other than intentional slashing/cross checking/roughing type) it's a result of them being out of position on the play. We're good at being in the wrong place. (Defense, I'm looking at you)..

Similar to Rocky to Mickey regarding Apollo Creed

"It's Apollo"
"Did you think he wasnt gunna show?"

Maybe the Rangers won't show up?

 

[MJF]

Ok, if they go out and lay an egg in this game that HAS to be a catalyst for change, no? I can’t imagine ownership would be happy.

Change? On the Islanders? Bah!

 

[Bones45]

Ok, if they go out and lay an egg in this game that HAS to be a catalyst for change, no? I can’t imagine ownership would be happy.

We got the change. The coach. Anything else this year would blow the curve.

 

[MikeyMike01]

can we at least not embarrass ourselves on national TV

 

[Nassau Revisited]

Ok, if they go out and lay an egg in this game that HAS to be a catalyst for change, no? I can’t imagine ownership would be happy.

I think the next big change we see is Clutterbuck re signed for 2 years at 2 million per. Lou can not break up the old boys club

 

[mm11]

Ok, if they go out and lay an egg in this game that HAS to be a catalyst for change, no? I can’t imagine ownership would be happy.

They will show up. It's our Stanley Cup remember?

 

[impaaaaaact]

Barzal not skating for a second straight practice

 

[Throttle]

Barzal not skating for a second straight practice

The last time he was out…hmm.

 

[BelovedIsles]

Don’t think the outcome will mean a thing for playoff viability.

Too many weaknesses to overcome and running out of runway.

 

[YearlyLottery]

If Roy cannot get more out of this team which means a run to the playoffs and winning playoff rounds (and even if they do) changes need to continue to be made. The result of this game doesn't really change much for me.

 

[Strummergas]

If Roy cannot get more out of this team which means a run to the playoffs and winning playoff rounds (and even if they do) changes need to continue to be made. The result of this game doesn't really change much for me.

Change is vital no matter what happens this season. This exact group simply can't be brought back again next season.

 

[Bones45]

Don’t think the outcome will mean a thing for playoff viability.

Too many weaknesses to overcome and running out of runway.

Great wording. Completely accurate too.

 

[Bones45]

A more upbeat question:

For those of us not willing to waste north of $250 for this game while sitting in New Jersey outside in the cold for 3 hours --has anyone seen a good viewing party/spot to watch with Isles fans?

 

[Riseonfire]

Like this?

i dont think it’s ever been done before.

Nah that's just a unique color for a unique franchise.

The logo / advertisement is still "small logo here".

I mean more abstract / modern stuff like this.

 

[MarsTBOW]

Before I look -- would anyone like to post the Isles PK #'s vs Rangers PP #'s?

I dont think its gunna be pretty.

Weather showing as 37(F) and sunny.

What will happen if they embarrass us?
Would this sway ownership and or Lou I wonder?
I hope we show up and battle.....