Islanders Identity Line Entering Transition Season

The fourth line or "Identity Line" has been a staple of the New York Islanders and their recent success. The trio of Casey Cizikas, Cal Clutterbuck, and Matt Martin has provided the team with a great checking presence and d...

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Islanders Need to Break up the Fourth Line

The trio of Matt Martin, Cal Clutterbuck and Casey Cizikas have been a staple of the New York Islanders for nearly a decade, minus the two seasons Martin spent in Toronto. Former head coach Barry Trotz described them as the "identity line" and that is exactly what the...

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Islanders Must Change Despite Lamoriello’s Reluctance

After months of silence, New York Islanders general manager (GM) Lou Lamoriello finally spoke to the public on Tuesday, June 7. In his press conference, he spoke about how he will be back along with head coach Lane Lambert and provid...

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Islanders ‘Identity Line’: How Much Mileage Is Left in the Tank?

If you think of the New York Islanders' grinding style and how it shapes team mentality and success, the fourth line, known as the 'Identity Line,' is what first comes to mind. Comprised of Matt Martin, Casey Cizikias, and Cal Clutterbuck, thi...

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Islanders’ 3 X-Factors to Clinch a Playoff Berth

The New York Islanders are having a great season and with a 41-30-9 record, they are fighting for a wild card spot with only two games left in the regular season. They've been carried by great defense and world-class goaltending but the x-facto...

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3 Takeaways From Islanders’ 2-1 Shootout Win vs Capitals

The New York Islanders put together another statement win on Wednesday night. After losing to the Washington Capitals in a 4-3 overtime loss on Jan. 16 and suffering a 5-1 defeat on March 11, they stepped up and beat the Capitals 2-...

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5 Takeaways From Islanders’ 4-3 Overtime Win vs Penguins

The New York Islanders entered the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins with back-to-back wins against the Detroit Red Wings on March 4 and the Buffalo Sabres on March 7. The two previous wins were statements, but down 3-1 in the t...

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3 Takeaways From Islanders 3-2 Win vs Sabres

The New York Islanders arguably just had their biggest win of the season. Building off a statement 4-1 victory against the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday, they defeated the Buffalo Sabres 3-2, allowing them to beat two teams in the Eastern Conference tha...

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4 Takeaways From Islanders’ 6-2 Win vs Canucks

The New York Islanders needed a bounce-back performance after a disappointing 4-1 loss to the Seattle Kraken on New Year's Day, and they put together just that. They defeated the Vancouver Canucks 6-2 in a game where they scored three goals in both ...

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3 Takeaways From Islanders’ 4-1 Loss vs Kraken

The New York Islanders were looking to start the New Year and their four-game road trip on the right foot. Instead, they were outplayed by the Seattle Kraken from the opening puck drop, losing 4-1. The loss snapped a three-game winning streak but, m...

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Islanders 4th Line Will Be Pivotal in Upcoming Road Trip

The New York Islanders are about to begin a season-defining road trip that will determine if they can compete with the best teams in the league and remain one of the top teams in the Metropolitan Division. With a 17-12 record, they will look to k...

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