In the latest edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) is joined by CBS 880 Sports Anchor and Ny Sports Day writer, Peter Schwartz (@SchwartzSports). Topics Discussed:- A not overly impressive 4 game winning streak- Brocktober continues - Barzal is shooting (and scoring)- Teenage Love (Wahlstrom & Dobson)- Brassard struggles- Belmont bound- Atten…

In the Alumni edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) is joined by Islanders fan favorite and enforcer, Mick Vukota who spent parts of 10 seasons on Long Island. Mick talks about Islanders ownership commitment to alumni in recent years and what teammates he's excited to see on Saturday Night. Later, Vukota talks about the 1993 Islanders, beating…

In the 2019-20 season premiere of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) previews the upcoming season with the play-by-play radio voice of the New York Islanders, Chris King. They discuss Josh Ho-sang's trade request, Noah Dobson making the team and the few, but new additions to the roster. Later, the talk about breakout candidates, a full season of Devon…

In this edition of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and Gotham Sports Network's James Duffy (@TwoTurtleDuffs) discuss the fallout from a July 1st that brought on a wide range of emotions for Islanders Country. The Islanders lose out to the Rangers for Artemi Panarin, the Captain stays as Anders Lee inks a 7 year deal and Semyon Varlamov replaces Rob…

Home / Blog / IslesBlog Podcast: Newsday’s Jim Baumbach on Islanders – Barclays Opt-Out and More IslesBlog Podcast: Newsday’s Jim Baumbach on Islanders – Barclays Opt-Out and More Joseph Buono 17 mins ago Blog, IslesBlog Podcast, Podcasts Leave a comment 5 Views Subscribe to the IslesBlog Podcast on iTunes In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Pod…

Bloomberg Sports Reporter Scott Soshnick joins Joe Buono on the IslesBlog Podcast to chat about the story he broke on the Islanders new ownership talking to the New York Mets about erecting a new arena outside of Citi Field in Queens.

It’s PTIsles, the all Islanders panel discussion show discussing the latest news on and off the ice. In this edition, Joe Buono, Jesse Funk and Greg Niemzyck break down the goaltender controversy that is, but isn’t between Thomas Greiss and Jaro Halak, Who should start against the Capitals on Thursday? Later, John Tavares is ready to leave Brooklyn…

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In this edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono is joined by the "Wayne Gretzky of hockey photography," Bruce Bennett to talk about his new book Hockey's Greatest Photos: The Bruce Bennett Collection and his career in hockey. For over 40 years and 5,000 games Bruce Bennett has captured hockey's iconic moments, historic goals and most colorful p…

Third Jerseys, Grabner Gone, Brockalypse Averted, RIP Ice Girls, 10/17 Tailgate on Long Island

It’s the return of #PTIsles, the all Islanders panel discussion show covering everything on and off the ice. In the latest episode, Joe Buono is joined by IslesBlog free agent acquisitions Jesse Funk and Greg Niemczyk, best known for their stellar work breaking down the Mets on”Put It In The Podcast.” Summer is light on hockey, but full of lighthea…

In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono and special co-host Brittany Sider chat with Islanders pre and post game show host Shannon Hogan. Entering her second season with the Islanders, Shannon talks about her move from Detroit to New York, her swimming career at the University of Missouri and and some of the men and women that hav…

It's the NHL Draft edition of the IslesBlog Podcast as Joe Buono is joined by Islanders columnist for WFAN.com, Daniel Friedman. Joe and Dan discuss Garth Snow trading Griffin Reinhart to Edmonton to snag Mathew Barzal with the 16th overall pick and moving back into the 1st round to select Anthony Beauvillier. Later, the reasons why Michael Grabner…

It's the Game 7 preview edition of the IslesBlog Podcast as Joe Buono and WFAN.com's Jeff Capellini react to the Islanders gritty and gutty 3-1 win over the Caps in Game 6 at the Nassau Coliseum. The two talk about Jack Capuano's latest juggling of the lines and if even more changes should be expected in Washington or Game 7. Also, the steady play …

In the playoffs edition of the IslesBlog Podast, Joe Buono is joined by Chris King, Islanders radio play by play voice on 88.7 FM WRHU. Kinger provides an update on Travis Hamonic's availability in the series and the latest on Matt Martin and Frans Nielsen's return to the lineup. Plus, what the likely line combinations are for Game 1 in Washington …

In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono chats with admitted Islanders bandwagon fan Kevin Clancy of Barstool Sports New York. KFC explains the series of events that took him from hockey fan free agent to leader of the Isles bandwagon and his growing appreciation for the game of hockey. Later, KFC describes the good and bad recepti…

In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono and Tom de Luca talk to The Shutdown Pair (Islanders Point Blank's Christian Arnold and Islanders Insight's Scott Charles) about the Isles snapping their 4 game losing streak in New Jersey, Jack Capuano's criticized motivational techniques and the battle for positioning in the Metropolitan D…

In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono talks with The Score's Justin Bourne following the Isles disappointing 2-1 loss to the Rangers at Nassau Coliseum. Justin explains why he is scared of a playoff series with the Blueshirts, shares his thoughts on Kyle Okposo's return and gives his opinion of Josh Bailey as a top line winger. …

MSG Network's Stan Fischler reacts to the Tyler Kennedy acquisition, the Johnson/Neuvirth Goalie Swap, Boychuk extension and more.

In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono catches up with former Islanders All-Star Mariusz Czerkawski. Mariusz talks about the challenges playing in hockey in his home country posed in becoming the most decorative NHL player ever from Poland, being drafted by the Boston Bruins and making his debut late in the 1993-93 season. Later,…

In the latest episode of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono talks with best selling author, columnist and former CBS Sports Radio host John Feinstein. John explains why he gravitated towards the NHL's newest expansion franchise in 1972 and offers some of his favorite stories and memories from covering the Dynasty years. Later, John shares his interac…

It’s Episode 9 of PTIsles, the only video-based Islanders roundtable on the interwebz. This week, Joe Buono, Connor Moire and Anthony Tartamella talk about the return of C-Mac to the lineup, his instant impact and whether or not he can stick on the Island when Cal Clutterbuck returns from injury. Next, the guys debate how important or unimportant i…

In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono and Tom deLuca chat with NHL.com writer/columnist/editor John Kreiser as the Islanders head back to the Nassau Coliseum for a 4 game home stand starting with the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday Night. Kreiser talks about Anders Lee's strong play, Brock Nelson's struggles and the latest problems o…

Jiggs McDonald has been a NHL play-by-play announcer for more than 40 years, having been the original voice of both the Los Angeles Kings and Atlanta Flames before spending 15 seasons with the New York Islanders alongside Eddie Westfall, calling three Stanley Cup Winning teams. Having announced over 3,000 NHL regular season games, McDonald received…

Jiggs McDonald has been a NHL play-by-play announcer for more than 40 years, having been the original voice of both the Los Angeles Kings and Atlanta Flames before spending 15 seasons with the New York Islanders alongside Eddie Westfall, calling three Stanley Cup Winning teams. Having announced over 3,000 NHL regular season games, McDonald received…

n the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono and Tom de Luca are joined by the play-by-play voice of the Islanders on WRHU 88.7FM. Kinger tells us what has surprised him most about the Islanders outstanding first 46 games, the impact Johnny Boychuk has made in the dressing room and why the top line has finally found it's groove. Later, …

Special Edition, Special Format ... We have the battle of the WFAN.com columnist. Its Friedman vs Cappellini, Cappellini vs Friedman. Will the Islanders finish in 1st place in the Metropolitan Division? Who would you want to be Halak's backup? Chad Johnson, Kevin Poulin or Martin Brodeur John Tavares will finish with more / less than 82 points this…

In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono and Tom de Luca are joined Steve Mears, co-host of NHL Live on the NHL Network. Steve talks about his time as the play by play voice of the Islanders, what he learned from Islanders broadcast team and his transition from the booth to the studio. Later, Steve explains why he feels the Isles a…

Islanders Beat Reporter Arthur Staple of Newsday joins WHPC IslesNight w/ IslesBlog's Anthony Tartamella and Connor Moire

In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono and Tom de Luca are joined by New York Times NHL writer Allan Kreda. Allan reacts to the Islanders 7-4 matinee win over the Philadelphia Flyers heading into the All Star Break, John Tavares' hot streak, the steady play of Nikolai Kulemin and tells us if he thinks the Isles can keep their lea…

It’s Episode 8 of PTIsles, the only video-based Islanders roundtable on the interwebz. This week, Joe Buono, Connor Moire and Brittany Sider revel in the bliss that was Tuesday night's 3-0 win over the New York Rangers at MSG and explain why John Tavares not registering a point isn't exactly a bad thing. Later, we answer viewer questions including …

IslesBlog Podcast: MSG Analyst and former Islanders and Rangers Goaltender Steve Valiquette Talks Isles-Rangers, his playing career, goalie analytics and more with Joe Buono and Tom de Luca

It’s Episode 7 of PTIsles, the only video-based Islanders roundtable on the interwebz. This week, Joe Buono, Connor Moire and Brittany Sider look back at two very uninspiring efforts in Western Canada vs the Oilers and Cancuks, discuss whether Grabovski is deserving of getting the next shot on the top line and if Jack Capuano should win Coach of th…

In this edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono and Tom de Luca are joined by the pbp voice of the Bridgeport Sound Tigers Phil Giubileo. Phil reflects on arguably the Islanders worst performance of the season in Edmonton, Jack Capuano hinting at more line changes, Michael Grabner's return and more. Later, we turn our attention to the Islanders…

In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, CBS Sports Radio / WFAN anchor Peter Schwartz and Joe Buono talk about the Isles latest blown 3-0 lead, the continued struggles of the backup goaltenders, not so ‘Special’ Teams and Nick Leddy’s outstanding play. Later, Peter gives his perspective on the Islanders leaving Nassau County and his experie…

It’s Episode 6 of PTIsles, the only video-based Islanders roundtable on the interwebz. This week, Joe Buono, Connor Moire and Brittany Sider react to the Isles 3-1 loss at home to the Montreal Canadiens heading into the Holiday break and try to make sense of the #IslesTwitter hysteria created by “Maintenance Days” and “Emergency Call Ups.” Later, w…

In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono is joined by former Islanders Defenceman Darius Kasparitis. Kasparitis was drafted 5th overall by the Islanders in the 1992 NHL Entry Draft and his personality, hip checks and agitating ways made him a fan favorite in his 5 seasons on Long Island. In 1996, Kasparitis was traded to Pittsburgh…

It’s Episode 5 of PTIsles, the only video-based Islanders roundtable on the interwebz. This week, Connor Moire is back with Joe Buono and Brittany Sider as the trio talk about Josh Bailey's heroics, give their pick for best win of the season and try to figure out what's wrong with the Isles league worst penalty kill. Plus, we discuss what it would …

In this edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono and Tom de Luca talk with NY Daily News Islanders reporter Stephen Lorenzo on the team snapping their three game losing streak, criticism of Jack Capuano, John Tavares’ under whelming production and where he predicts the Isles will finish at the end of the season. Later, in "It was seen at the Col…

In this edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono talks with Matt Saidman, Isles reporter for LIB Magazine and FiOS 1 News Long Island about Saturday's blown 3-0 lead at home against the Blues, the reliable play of Thomas Hickey, the thinning blue line, unfounded trade rumors and more. Also, in "It Was Seen at the Coliseum" Tom de Luca looks back…

In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono and Tom de Luca chat with New York Post columnist Mike Vaccaro about the recent report of a possible Barclays opt out, hockey coverage in the media, Tavares as the face of New York Sports and his favorite franchise memories growing up on Long Island. Later, Bridgeport Sound Tigers play by pl…

In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono is joined by former Islanders Defenceman Rich Pilon who played parts of 12 seasons with the Isles from 1988-1999. Pilon was drafted by the team in 1986 and made his debut two years late at age 20 during the 1988-89 season. He was part of the 1992-93 team that beat the Washington Capitals and…

In this edition of the Isles Blog Podcast, Joe Buono features Paul Cartier, longtime New York Islanders organist who has been playing at the Nassau Coliseum since the early 1980's. Paul has also been the organist at Yankees Stadium since 2004. Joe and Paul discuss From Hofstra student to Islanders organist The playing of the Islanders Theme and "Le…

In this edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono (@JBuono611) and Tom de Luca (@T_deluca24) welcome John Kreiser (@jkreiser77NHL), writer/columnist at NHL.com to discuss the Islanders as they head home after three straight wins on the West Coast. Plus, Tom de Luca looks back at the Islanders' unveiling of the Orange Third Jersey on Thanksgiving …

In this edition of The IslesBlog Podcast, Joe Buono is joined by long time NHL blogger B.D. Gallof who covers the Islanders for The Fourth Period www.thefourthperiod.com/. Plus, in honor of the HOF coach's 82nd birthday on Nov 1, Tom de Luca looks back on Al Arbour's 1500th game as a coach. Joe and B.D. discuss - The reasons behind the 3 game skid …

In the latest edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, WFAN.com columnists Daniel Friedman and Jeff Capellini join Joe Buono and Tom de Luca for a back and forth debate on the state of the Islanders. Later, Phil Giubileo, the play-by-play voice of the Bridgeport Sound Tigers calls in to give an update on Griffin Reinhart,Ryan Pulock, Sebastian Collberg an…

In this edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, NY Post NHL writer Brett Cyrgalis joins Joe Buono and Tom de Luca as the Islanders head into games against the Maple Leafs and Bruins. Plus, a look back at the first goal of John Tavares' career. Joe. Tom and Brett discussed: - Possible shuffling of the 2nd/3rd lines - Travis Hamonic leaving Monday's practi…

Eric Hornick, statistician for Islanders home telecasts since 1982, joined the IslesBlog Podcast. Hornick explains how he landed the job while still in high school and reflects back on some of the great moments in Islanders history. Be sure to visit his blog NYIskinny.com for a behind the numbers look at the New York Islanders.…

In our season preview edition of the IslesBlog Podcast, Islanders radio play-by-play announcer Chris King joins Joe and Tom, we honor the first Islanders game ever played 42 year ago today, and Barstool Sports' Rear Admiral gives us a Bruins fan's perspective on the Johnny Boychuk trade. Tom, Joe, and Chris covered: His background in radio Conacher…