EXCLUSIVE: New York Islanders Preseason SHOCKER | Matthew Schaefer DAZZLES Fans - Is He NHL Ready?

Islanders preseason opener: Rookies shine, veterans impress. Is the future bright on Long Island? New York Islanders kick off preseason with a thrilling 3-2 shootout loss to the Philadelphia Flyers. Host Gil Martin breaks down standout performances from rookies Matthew Schaefer and Kashawn Aitcheson, while analyzing Mathew Barzal's return to the ice. Key topics include Schaefer's NHL-caliber skating, Aitcheson 's injury scare, and veteran Kyle Palmieri's goal and assist. Martin also discusses Thomas Hickey's new role in the broadcast booth and shares a slice of Islanders history featuring Gord Dineen. Tune in for expert analysis on the Islanders' promising young talent and what it means for the team's future. All this 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.