Isles Buzz

Mike and Dan cover the ups, downs, heroes and goats of first two games of the Islanders-Bruins series. They talk about the Islanders being overmatched in Game 1 against the rested Bruins, as well as Boston's off-ice officials, before discussing how the team turned around their fortunes with a solid Game 2 performance and a long-awaited overtime goal by Casey Cizikas. They cover some of the chess moves made by both coaches and what they're looking for as the series shifts to Long Island. In the second half, they step up to throw more dirt on a certain North Division team whose season came to an end moments before the Islanders tied their second round series. Also, Mike gives us an update of how he and his Bruins fan wife are handling the series so far. They also crown a final winner of some eBay swag. Thanks to everyone who left a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Dan revel in the Islanders' elimination of the Penguins and marvel at how far they've come in three seasons. They talk about Ilya Sorokin's already iconic performance in Game 5 and it's laugh-out-loud hilarious double overtime ending. Then they discuss Game 6's gutsy win in which the Islanders erased three Pittsburgh leads. They also remember when times weren't so good, and think about what the franchise has become under Barry Trotz and Lou Lamoriello. Later, they look ahead to the next round against the Bruins and how Brad Marchand and Leo Komarov will butt heads one more time. Oh, and Mike's wife is a Bruins fan. So that should be fun. This is also your last chance to leave us a review on iTunes with a chance to win some eBay swag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of PTIsles Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and Noel Fogelman (@thefirstnoel19) are joined by NHL.com's Brian Compton after the Islanders 2OT win in a pivotal Game 5 in Pittsburgh. Topics Discussed: Russian Goaltender steals the show Josh Bailey silences the haters (for a moment) Scott Mayfield standing tall Character Wins Coliseum crowd grows larger Later in the IslesBuzz segment, Joe struggles with delays with his new cable service, fans selling tickets on secondary market, Bud Light care packages, CT meetups and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Dan discuss the rollercoaster of the Islanders losing Games 2 & 3 to the Penguins, then winning a Game 4 lovefest. The talk about how satisfying it was to watch the composed goaltending of Ilya Sorokin, how the Islanders set up Game 4's win with physical play in Game 3 and how funny it is to see the Penguins (and owner Mario Lemieux) complaining about "disinterested officiating." They also recap the losses in Games 2 and 3 and the uncharacteristic play of Semyon Varlamov. Later, they look ahead to Game 5 and around the league at other playoff series. Also, Mike tells the story of a hat exchange that could only happen in the bedlam of a playoff game at Nassau Coliseum. Leave us a review on iTunes with your Twitter handle in it to enter a chance to win some eBay swag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Dan are still excited over 24 hours after the Islanders OT win over the Penguins in Game 1 of their playoff series. They talk about the mistakes the Islanders overcame in the first two periods before turning things on in the third, and the "Classic Islanders Shit" that we were all able to witness. They also focus on the steady play of Ilya Sorokin in his first ever NHL playoff start, the joys of watching J-G Pageau work his magic in the playoffs once again and the many dramatic ways in which the Pittsburgh media tries to comfort itself after one loss. Later, they look ahead to Games 2, 3 and 4 and how the Islanders can stay in the driver's seat. They also go around the league and talk about other opening games, forcing Canadian media to cover U.S.-based teams for a season, dead horses being beaten and the "John Wick of power plays." Leave us a review on iTunes with your Twitter handle in it for a last chance at winning some Islanders eBay swag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c

Mike and Dan look ahead to the Islanders first round playoff series against the Penguins and reasons to be optimistic (or doubtful). They talk about the Islanders getting another chance to start fresh and whether they can have the same success they had last season after a similar reset. They also talk about the Penguins' puck luck, persecution complex and media advantages against the Islanders going back decades. Later, they discuss the name and logo change for the Islanders' AHL affiliate and look at some playoff match-ups from around the NHL. Warning: Tortorella is in the area. Be alert. Leave us a review on iTunes and include your Twitter handle in the review for a final chance at winning some Islanders eBay swag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and Noel Fogelman (@thefirstnoel19) are joined by IslesBlog's Rob Taub and James Nichols for a roundtable discussion on the team's struggles heading into the playoffs. Topics Discussed: Confidence level after losing twice to the legend of Michael Houser Trotz sitting Barzal for a rest and a message Kyle Palmieri can still salvage the trade Playoff opponent preference In the Isles Buzz segment, we talk about the league enabling Tom Wilson, James Dolan blindsiding the Blueshirt fanbase and the Sound Tigers hint at a name-change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Dan are very confused by the recent play of the Islanders and the even more recent actions of the Rangers. One team has sandwiched two clinical performances that clinched their own playoff berth and erased the chances of one for the other in between three questionable loses, including two to a last-place team playing in front of an ECHL goalie. They discuss mental mistakes, invisible players and surprise scratches that they hope end when the playoffs begin. Meanwhile the other has fired its GM and president after a bad season despite icing a team of young future talent. One of these situations makes them happy, the other does not. Also, they choose another winner of eBay swag. Leave us a review on iTunes this month for your last chance at some of your own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Dan recap the Islanders two tough losses to the Capitals, the team's recent struggles and a win against the Rangers. They recount, in gory detail, all of the ways the Islanders are currently failing and how pathetic they looked against a Capitals squad they could see again in the playoffs. They also talk about a win against the Rangers that reminded them of just how good the Islanders can be when they're on their game. After emptying their tanks, they somehow segue into begging their way into a tour of the UBS Arena construction, Martin Scorsese's views on hockey, the Islanders' official podcast and fun facts they didn't know about Bob Nystrom. Leave us a review at iTunes with your Twitter handle and you'll earn a chance to win some Islanders eBay swag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Dan worry about the Islanders' recent lackluster play with six (6!) games against the Rangers and Capitals looming on the horizon. They wonder aloud about why the team hasn't played that well lately, what lineup changes can me made to possibly make a positive impact and how Ilya Sorokin's shutout win over the Flyers gave everyone a moment of peace. Facing a team directly ahead of them and a team making a fierce charge for the playoffs makes them feel pressure they hoped to avoid this season. Later, they change directions for a few minutes to discuss the idea of a Super League in soccer and how a proposed NHL version would be a hilarious inevitability from up north. Don't forget to leave a review at iTunes with your Twitter handle to enter for a chance to win some Islanders eBay swag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe and Noel are joined by The Athletic's Arthur Staple to discuss the trade deadline and the Isles chances in the postseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Dan are joined by Arthur Staple of The Athletic to discuss the Islanders trade deadline acquisitions and how the team will respond. First, the hosts talk about the week's games, including some disjointed contests following the arrival Kyle Palmieri and Travis Zajak, and how the Islanders salvaged those all important points. Later, they ask Staple about how Lou Lamoriello targeted the two former Devils and how they'll fit into the team's culture. They also ask about any other players the Islanders may have had their eyes on and how they stack up in the East Division arms race. Finally, Mike and Dan go around the league to see who's mad, who's happy and who's not paying attention. Leave us a review at iTunes with your Twitter handle and you'll earn a chance to win some Islanders eBay swag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On their 150th episode, Mike & Dan celebrate Mathew Barzal and a blowout win over the Caps, then ponder the fate of Kyle Palmieri and other possible trade deadline targets. They talk about a wild game against Washington, a rescued game against Philadelphia and the continued evolution of Matt Martin, who has filled in for missing power play weapon Anders Lee. Later, they look at the small move that may have started the trade deadline, and how things might shake out a week from now. Who could go, who could stay and who should really have been a Flyer by now. They also crown this month's winner of Islanders eBay swag. Leave us a review on iTunes to enter a chance to win next month. Thanks for listening to these 150 episodes and letting us have our fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Dan lament two disastrous loses in Pittsburgh and the difficult looming schedule for the Islanders. They look at how recent lineup decisions (like First Liner Leo Komarov!) have been forced by injuries and the ways they’ve affect the team’s overall play as the Islanders face a mini crossroads in their season. Later, they try to focus on the success the Islanders have had this season and how all is not lost despite their recent struggles. Finally, Mike talks about his excellent adventure with ace journalist Elliotte Friedman, who picked his brain for his latest 31 Thoughts column. They also discuss sleepy rookie broadcasters, annoying glass ads and wanting to be as dreamy as Patrick Sharp. Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes and include your Twitter handle for a shot at winning some for yourself next month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Buono and Noel Fogelman are not panicking (yet) after back-to-back losses to the Penguins in Pittsburgh. They talk about slow starts, Top Line Leo, the latest in trade talk and Josh bailey ascends near the top on the all-time games list. Plus Joe is joined by Steven Niciforo, creator of the YouTube channel Islanders Pride on how he has amassed thousands of Islanders videos. Later in Isles Buzz, Noel explains why he is excited for Nickelodeon Night and loves hot sauce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Dan celebrate Ilya Sorokin stealing the Islanders a win and look at some possible trade targets. They recap a week in which the Islanders mostly looked tired and ineffective but came away with four points, thanks in large part to a couple of rookies. They examine the levity/gravity ratio of first liner (!) Leo Komarov and the joys of seeing Thomas Hickey again. Later, they run down a list of players who could potentially be moved before the deadline including the obvious (Taylor Hall, Kyle Palmieri), the not so obvious (Ryan Getzlaf, Andrew Cogliano) and the please don't (Anthony Beauvillier). Leave us a review on iTunes with your Twitter handle for a chance to win some eBay swag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe and Noel recap the 4-3 Islanders loss to the Flyers and discuss how they can replace Anders Lee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Dan examine the Islanders' wild weekend series against the Devils, their winning streak and the attention the team is starting to get from around the NHL. They talk about the Islanders finally reaching the Bruins' level after years of trying, the injury to Anders Lee and all he means to the team and the breakout performance of Kieffer Bellows in the games immediately following. They also recount a crazy Sunday that saw a player return from out of nowhere and the trust Barry Trotz instills in his charges, even when they're not in the lineup. Later, they shake their fists at national media finally noticing the Islanders' talent after three seasons of success and wonder how ESPN will cover the NHL when it takes command of the league's broadcasting. Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes and include your Twitter handle for a shot at winning some for yourself next month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of PTIsles, Joe Buono (@IslesBlog) and Noel Fogelman (@thefirstNoel19) recap another very successful Islanders week which included a trio of 5-2 wins over the Buffalo Sabres and yet another victory against the Boston Bruins on home ice. Plus, we can't stop watching Mat Barzal's breathtaking between-the-legs goal and Walhlstrom's emergence has us giddy. Later. Joe is joined by Anthony Zych, graphic designer and artist behind the Islanders game-day posters to talk about his latest 'Where's Waldo?' creation with over 60 Islander 'easter eggs' for fans to find. Then, the NHL is back on ESPN and the WWE Islanders promo running' wild on social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Dan examine the Islanders' complete sweep of the Sabres and how they know the unique pain Buffalo fans are feeling. They talk about how the teams can be considered mirror images of each other, and how the ghosts of Islanders past continue to fuel the team's current incarnation through a cosmic hockey wormhole. Later, they look ahead to a tougher matchup against another team from the bottom of the division and how the Devils' version of the many Bruce Lee knockoffs of the early 70's could create problems for the Islanders. Finally, they discuss the debut of the Islanders' Reverse Retro jerseys and how they bring up memories of the teams and failed draft picks of their youth. Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes and include your Twitter handle for a shot at winning some for yourself next month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices