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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3 Ways the Islanders Can Avoid Aging

The New York Islanders have an aging roster. Seven forwards that are projected to start on opening night will be 30 years old or older. If Zach Parise, who the team hopes to have back, returns for one more season, 10 players will be over the age of 30 to start the seaso...

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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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3 Takeaways From Islanders 5-2 Loss vs Kings

The New York Islanders began their road trip the way they left off from their previous game. After a 5-1 loss to the Washington Capitals, they lost 5-2 to the Los Angeles Kings in a game where they scored the first goal but were outplayed after...

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4 Takeaways From Islanders’ 4-3 Overtime Loss vs Capitals

The New York Islanders looked poised to win their second game in a row, boasting a 3-0 lead in the second period. Then came the Alexander Ovechkin hit on Jean-Gabriel Pageau, sending him into the boards and out of the game fo...

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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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2 Reasons Islanders’ Win Streak Snapped

The New York Islanders had their four-game win streak snapped by the Philadelphia Flyers in a 3-1 loss on Nov. 29, and looked unengaged and uninspired after the fisticuffs to begin the game. It's been a similar story all season long for the Islanders who, despite their record and ...

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