STUNNING: Islanders Offensive DEPTH Changes Game—Horvat, Barzal & Lee Elevate Franchise Prospects

New York Islanders transform into an offensive powerhouse as balanced scoring and youth injection spark hope for fans. Eight players—Bo Horvat, Kyle Palmieri, Mathew Barzal, Matt Schaefer, JG Pageau, Anders Lee, Jonathan Drouin, and Emil Heineman—already hit double-digit points through 16 games, a feat not seen since the 1987-88 season. Can this newfound depth and speed propel the Islanders back into playoff contention? Gil Martin breaks down GM Mathieu Darche’s pivotal roster moves, the emergence of Schaefer and Heineman, and the impact of healthier, faster lines. Listener mailbag highlights concerns about contract logjams from the Lou Lamoriello era and how rising prospects like Shabanov, Ritchie, and Eiserman may break through. The episode also covers Bridgeport Islanders’ farm system progress, key performances from prospects, and wraps with a tribute to former goalie Mark Fitzpatrick. Don’t miss this comprehensive outlook on the Islanders’ rejuvenated future. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! DripDrop Right now, DripDrop is offering podcast listeners 20% off your first order. Go to https://dripdrop.com and use promo code LOCKEDONNHL. Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/lockedon right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. Monarch Take control of your finances with Monarch. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at https://monarch.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.