EXCLUSIVE: Schaefer's NHL Debut LOOMS as Islanders Face CRUCIAL Season Opener | Can ROOKIES Help?

New York Islanders gear up for season opener against Pittsburgh Penguins. Will rookie defenseman Mathew Schaefer's NHL debut spark a strong start? Host Gil Martin breaks down the Islanders' leadership structure, with Anders Lee retaining the captaincy and Bo Horvat named alternate. The discussion covers expectations for the 2025-2026 season, including offensive improvements and power play performance. Martin analyzes the Penguins' recent shutout victory over the Rangers and explores how the Islanders' offense might fare against Pittsburgh's defense. Tune in for insider perspectives on the Islanders' path to success and potential playoff chances in this action-packed season preview. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 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. 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.