BREAKING: Islanders Mathew Barzal PRAISES Rookie Sensation | Will Schaefer SHOCK the NHL?

Islanders roster shakeup: Aitcheson injury update, Schaefer's NHL debut, and preseason strategy. Will these moves reshape New York's season outlook? Gil Martin breaks down the latest Islanders news, including Kashan Aitcheson's day-to-day status and Matthew Schaefer's impressive first showing. Hear Mathew Barzal's glowing assessment of the 18-year-old defenseman's potential. The discussion covers roster cuts, the upcoming Devils matchup, and the critical decision on Schaefer's NHL future. Discover how Patrick Roy's tactics and Anthony Duclair's return could impact the Islanders' performance. Plus, a birthday tribute to former Islander Derek Brassard, featuring his clutch play against the Maple Leafs. Tune in for expert analysis on the New York Islanders' preseason developments and their implications for the regular season ahead. All that and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com and win $300 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.