EXCLUSIVE: Darche's BOLD Moves Reshape the New York Islanders Roster | Will DRASTIC Changes Pay Off?

The New York Islanders shake up roster with key free agency moves. Is GM Matthew Darche's strategy setting the stage for long-term success? Host Gil Martin analyzes the Islanders' signings of Jonathan Drouin and David Rittich, plus the re-signings of Tony DeAngelo and Simon Holmstrom. The discussion covers Darche's approach to cap management, short-term contracts, and building a younger, more skilled team. Martin highlights how these moves could impact stars like Mathew Barzal and the team's future. Tune in for an in-depth look at the Islanders' offseason strategy and its potential to reshape the NHL landscape. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get $150 in Bonus Bets if your first $5 bet wins! FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.