Romanov (illness) will return to New York’s lineup vs. Calgary on Saturday.
New York Islanders News
New York has signed Glev Veremyev to a two-year, entry-level contract beginning in 2025-26.
Veremyev is an undrafted forward out of Colorado College (NCHC). The 21-year-old forward has 17 points (9G / 8A) in 37 games with Colorado College this season.
Romanov (illness) is expected to return to the Islanders' lineup on Saturday vs. Calgary.
Romanov has missed two games while recovering from an illness but will likely return to the lineup on Saturday against the Calgary Flames. The 25-year-old Romanov is averaging 22:46 time-on-ice, recording 18 points (4G / 14A), 120 hits, and 138 blocks in 52 games this season.
Goalie Start
Hogberg will start vs. Calgary on Saturday.
Hogberg has been used very sparingly by the Islanders this season, predominantly serving as Ilya Sorokin's backup, but he will return to the crease on Saturday against the Calgary Flames. The 30-year-old Hogberg has been impressive when called upon, posting a solid 1.70 GAA and .938 SV% in eight appearances this season (2-3-0).
Romanov (illness) will not play against the Canadiens on Thursday.
Romanov is battling an illness and will miss a second consecutive game. The 25-year-old Romanov is averaging 22:46 time-on-ice, recording 18 points (4G / 14A), 120 hits, and 138 blocks in 52 games this season.
Romanov (illness) is doubtful to return to the Islanders' lineup vs. Montreal on Thursday.
Romanov is battling an illness and will likely miss a second consecutive game. The 25-year-old Romanov is averaging 22:46 time-on-ice, recording 18 points (4G / 14A), 120 hits, and 138 blocks in 52 games this season.
Goalie Start
Sorokin will start vs. Montreal on Thursday.
The Islanders are riding a two-game winning streak, trying to stay in the mix for a Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference, and will roll with Sorokin between the pipes on Thursday against the Montreal Canadiens. The 29-year-old Sorokin played well in his most recent outing, saving 19 of 21 shots (.905 SV%) in a 4-2 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. He has a 2.72 GAA and .906 SV% in 51 games this season (26-20-5). The Islanders enter Thursday's contest as -124 home favorites against a Canadiens squad that is 7-1-2 in their last 10 contests.
Romanov (illness) will not play in Pittsburgh on Tuesday.
Romanov is battling an illness and will be unavailable for Tuesday's game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The 25-year-old Romanov is averaging 22:46 time-on-ice, recording 18 points (4G / 14A), 120 hits, and 138 blocks in 52 games this season.
Pelech (lower-body) will play in Pittsburgh on Tuesday.
Pelech did not play in New York's previous game and continues to battle a lower-body injury, which put his status for Tuesday's game against the Pittsburgh Penguins up in the air. The 30-year-old Pelech is averaging 21:17 time-on-ice, recording 17 points (0G / 17A), 65 blocks, and 68 hits in 45 games this season.
Goalie Start
Sorokin will start in Pittsburgh on Tuesday.
The Islanders are desperately hoping to stay in the race for a Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference and will turn to Sorokin between the pipes on Tuesday against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Sorokin was solid in his most recent outing, saving 22 of 24 shots (.917 SV%) in a 4-2 win over the Florida Panthers. The 29-year-old goalie has a 2.73 GAA and .906 SV% in 50 games this season (25-20-5). The Islanders enter Tuesday's contest as slight +101 road underdogs against a Penguins squad riding a four-game winning streak.
Pelech (lower-body) is questionable to play on Tuesday in Pittsburgh.
Pelech did not play in New York's previous game and continues battling a lower-body injury, making his status for Tuesday's game against the Pittsburgh Penguins up in the air. The 30-year-old Pelech is averaging 21:17 time-on-ice, recording 17 points (0G / 17A), 65 blocks, and 68 hits in 45 games this season.
Romanov (illness) is questionable to play in Pittsburgh on Tuesday.
Romanov is battling an illness and his status for Tuesday's game against the Pittsburgh Penguins is up in the air. The 25-year-old Romanov is averaging 22:46 time-on-ice, recording 18 points (4G / 14A), 120 hits, and 138 blocks in 52 games this season.
Goalie Start
Sorokin is in the starter's crease at New York's morning skate on Tuesday.
The Islanders are desperately hoping to stay in the race for a Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference and will likely turn to Sorokin between the pipes on Tuesday against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Sorokin was solid in his most recent outing, saving 22 of 24 shots (.917 SV%) in a 4-2 win over the Florida Panthers. The 29-year-old goalie has a 2.73 GAA and .906 SV% in 50 games this season (25-20-5). The Islanders enter Tuesday's contest as slight +101 road underdogs against a Penguins squad riding a four-game winning streak.
Goalie Start
Sorokin will start vs. Florida on Sunday.
Pelech (lower body) is day-to-day and will not play on Sunday.
Goalie Start
Sorokin was first off the ice at morning skate and is expected to start on vs. Florida on Sunday.
Reilly (heart procedure) is expected to return to the lineup on Sunday.
Mayfield will draw back into New York's lineup on Friday vs. Edmonton.
With Adam Boqvist (upper body) sidelined due to an injury, Mayfield will re-enter the lineup for the Islanders. The 32-year-old Mayfield is averaging 17:09 time-on-ice, recording seven points (2G / 5A) and a +14 plus/minus rating in 54 games this season.
Boqvist (upper-body) is out on Friday vs. Edmonton and without an update to return.
Boqvist was limited to only 7:51 time-on-ice before exiting Monday's 4-1 loss to the Los Angeles Kings with an upper-body injury and did not practice on Thursday. The 24-year-old Boqvist is averaging 13:31 time-on-ice and has 11 points (4G / 7A) in 30 games this season. Scott Mayfield will draw into the lineup as Boqvist's replacement.
Goalie Start
Sorokin will start Friday vs. the Oilers.
The Islanders have been outscored 8-2 during a two-game losing skid and will likely turn to Sorokin between the pipes on Friday against the Edmonton Oilers. Sorokin was serviceable in his previous outing but did not receive ample goal support, saving 28 of 31 shots (.903 SV%) in a 4-1 loss to the Los Angeles Kings. The 29-year-old goalie has a 2.77 GAA and .905 SV% in 48 games this season (24-20-4). The Islanders enter Friday's contest as +117 home underdogs against an Oilers team that lost 3-2 to the New Jersey Devils last night.