November 20, 2025
NHL FAIL: Alexander Romanov Injury and Mikko Rantanen’s Non-Suspension STIRS Islander Fans
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New York Islanders face adversity as Alexander Romanov lands on IR after Miko Rantanen’s controversial hit. Will Patrick Roy’s fiery response galvanize the squad or set the stage for an old-school showdown when the Dallas Stars visit UBS Arena? The debate around NHL player safety intensifies—did the league drop the ball by not suspending Rantanen, and how will Romanov’s absence expose the Islanders’ thin blue line? Gil Martin breaks down the fallout from Romanov’s injury, exploring roster options like Marshall Warren and Isaiah George, and assesses Adam Boqvist’s immediate role. Key segments include Patrick Roy’s impassioned defense of his players, playoff implications as the Islanders close their road trip against the Detroit Red Wings, and the looming March 26 rematch. Plus, dig into the significance of recent defensive trends and the emotional pulse in the Islanders’ locker room. Will fallout from this hit redefine the team’s season trajectory? All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rugiet Visit https://rugiet.com/LOCKEDONNHL to get 15% off your first order. 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.