Island Ice podcast: Recent Episodes
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That's three shutouts in six games for the Isles. Plus, hear from Liam Foudy and Kyle MacLean
Andrew recaps the 1-0 loss to the Blues and the road trip as a whole, plus hear from Scott Mayfield and learn about the Isles' Girls Hockey Weekend.
Andrew recaps the win over the Avalanche, Patrick Roy's return to Colorado and talks with Anthony Duclair.
Andrew recaps the Islanders' season-opening loss to Utah, plus an interview with Cal Clutterbuck.
Andrew and Colin look back on the Isles' preseason and take a look forward at the state of the Metropolitan Division entering the new season.
Andrew and Colin recap the Isles vs. Rangers preseason game and talk about how the Isles' lines may shape up come the start of the season.
Andrew returns for another season talking Isles hockey, and he kicks it off with prospect camp.
From a stairwell inside the Sphere, Andrew and Colin recap the Islanders' draft and discuss free agency with GM Lou Lamoriello.
What will Lou do with the Isles' first-round pick in this year's NHL Draft? Andrew and Colin discuss that, the Sphere and more.
Andrew Gross and Neil Best put a bow on the season, plus hear from Islanders players on break-up day.
Andrew and Neil recap the Game 3 loss to Carolina as the Isles now trail the series, 3-0, and face elimination.
Andrew Gross recaps the first two games of the Islanders-Hurricanes series as it shifts back to UBS Arena for Game 3.
Andrew Gross and Colin Stephenson talk about the Isles-Rangers game as the Isles won their fifth straight are smack in the middle of a playoff push again.
Andrew Gross doesn't see the Isles making a late push for a playoff spot. Plus, hear from captain Anders Lee.
Andrew Gross and Colin Stephenson talk about the Islanders and their playoff hopes after a 5-2 defeat against the Rangers at MSG on St. Patrick's Day.
Andrew Gross sums up how the NHL trade deadline moves may affect the Islanders' playoff push.
Andrew Gross looks at the days ahead for the Isles as the March 8 NHL trade deadline approaches, plus hear from Patrick Roy and get the answers to your questions.
Colin Stephenson and Neil Best join host Andrew Gross to review the Isles' OT loss to the Rangers in the Stadium Series at MetLife Stadium.
Colin Stephenson joins host Andrew Gross to talk Isles-Rangers and the Stadium Series, plus hear from Bo Horvat and Adam Pelech.
Isles Hall of Famer Pierre Turgeon shares his thoughts on new coach Patrick Roy, plus some thoughts on the team at the All-Star break and Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross and Neil Best discuss the hiring of Patrick Roy, plus the view from Montreal on the new Isles coach with La Presse writer Guillaume Lefrancois, and Roy's thoughts as well.
Andrew discusses the Semyon Varlamov injury situation, plus interviews with Scott Mayfield and Isles legend Billy Smith. Also, Andrew's answers to your questions.
Lots of positive things to harp on this episode (and a couple of negatives), plus hear from former Islander Ross Johnston and get Andrew's answers to your questions.
Andrew Gross discusses the state of the Isles through 22 games, plus hear from Scott Mayfield and Mike Reilly.
Host Andrew Gross discusses the Isles' recent road trip and what's gone wrong so far this season. Plus, Jen Botterill joins the show, and Andrew's Answers.
We are at the 10% mark of the Islanders' season, and they're off to a good start. Plus an interview with Cory Schneider and Andrew's Answers.
Former Isles coach Barry Trotz stops by the podcast to talk about being a GM, how he misses coaching and his time with the Islanders.
The Isles open their season on Saturday, Bo Horvat stops by, and Andrew answers your questions.
NHL Network's Mark Parrish, a former Islander, joins the show to talk Isles and more with host Andrew Gross as opening night draws near.
Colin Stephenson joins host Andrew Gross to discuss his observations of the Islanders in the first half of preseason.
Hear from players, coaches and host Andrew Gross as the Isles return for training camp.
The Isles are back with development camp, and host Andrew Gross returns to get you primed for a new season with the Islanders.
Andrew Gross guides you through Islanders break-up day in the locker room after their playoffs ended. Hear from Barzal, Bailey, Horvat, Lee and others.
Andrew Gross discusses the Islanders' Game 5 win against Carolina to force a Game 6 back at UBS Arena on Friday night.
Andrew Gross and Neil Best discuss Game 4 of the Isles' series and the team lost to Carolina and now trail in the first-round playoff series, 3-1.
Andrew Gross breaks down Game 2 of the Islanders-Hurricanes playoff series, a 4-3 OT loss as the Isles go down in the series, 2-0.
Andrew Gross breaks down the Game 1 loss at Carolina and looks ahead to what the Isles need to do in Game 2 on Wednesday.
Andrew Gross and Neil Best talk about the postseason after the Islanders clinched a wild-card spot in their final game of the regular season.
NHL analyst Darren Pang joins the show to talk about the Isles and the playoffs, plus an interview with Kyle Palmieri and Andrew's answers to your questions.
There's a growing clarity in the NHL playoff race, plus hear from Matt Martin and Simon Holmstrom, as well as Andrew's answers to your questions.
Andrew Gross discusses the Islanders' playoff push, plus hear from Adam Pelech and Kyle Palmieri and get Andrew's Answers to your questions.
The Isles are in the first wild card spot but have played more games. Andrew Gross talks it through, plus hear from Arnaud Durandeau and Zach Parise, and Andrew's Answers.
The Isles have a critical seven-game stretch coming up that may very well determine what GM Lou Lamoriello plans to do before the March 3 trade deadline.
Andrew talks about the Bo Horvat-Mathew Barzal pairing, plus he answers your questions.
Andrew Gross takes a deep dive into the Isles' trade for Bo Harvat. Hear from Horvat, Beauvillier and Raty on the deal, plus Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross talks about the Isles' woes of late, plus interviews with Cal Clutterbuck and Chris King and answers to your questions.
Andrew Gross checks in from Edmonton on the Isles' four-game West Coast trip to discuss the team, plus hear from Noah Dobson and get the answers to your questions.
Andrew Gross discusses the Islanders playing against Arizona in a college campus, plus hear from Brock Nelson and Zach Parise, and Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross talks to adidas Hockey's Dan Near and Matty Merrill about bringing back the fisherman for the Islanders' retro reverse jerseys in 2022, plus Brock Nelson has something to say about it.
Host Andrew Gross gets you caught up on the Islanders' season thus far, plus an interview with Mathew Barzal and the answers to your questions.
Andrew Gross and Greg Picker discuss the Islanders after their 4-2 win in Ottawa as they drive back to Montreal, plus Jean-Gabriel Pageau talks about taking faceoffs.
The Islanders scored three goals in the third period for the comeback win over the Rangers. Andrew Gross is joined by Newsday’s Colin Stephenson and NHL.com’s Dan Rosen to discuss the game, Mathew Barzal’s point production, Oliver Wahlstrom and more.
Andrew Gross talks about the Islanders' penalty kill unit success to start the season, plus losing Kieffer Bellows, an interview with Thomas Hickey and Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross and Colin Stephenson discuss the first Isles-Rangers game of the season, lament that there's only two more, and address the handling of Josh Bailey's upcoming 1,000th career game.
Andrew Gross discusses the Isles' start to the season, plus hear from Oliver Wahlstrom and Jean-Gabriel Pageau, followed by Andrew's answers to your questions.
Host Andrew Gross is joined by Colin Stephenson to discuss what they saw from the Islanders-Rangers game and the preseason, then preview the upcoming NHL season.
Andrew Gross discusses the Mathew Barzal deal and roster cuts, plus a chat with Cory Schneider and Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross gives his impressions of the Islanders after the first two preseason games, plus an interview with Brock Nelson and Andrew's Answers.
As the Islanders begin training camp, host Andrew Gross talks about the offseason and what lies ahead for the Isles this season.
Andrew Gross talks about the non-dealings going on with the Islanders this offseason, plus he answers your questions.
On the road home from Montreal, Andrew Gross and Colin Stephenson analyze the Isles' trades, draft picks and more from the NHL Draft.
Andrew Gross and Colin Stephenson talk about the Islanders' draft and free agency plans as they drive up to Montreal to cover the 2022 NHL Draft.
Andrew Gross discusses the hiring of Lane Lambert as the Islanders' new head coach. Hear from Lambert and GM Lou Lamoriello, plus the AP's Capitals writer Stephen Whyno joins the show to discuss Lambert.
Andrew Gross and Neil Best react after Isles president and GM Lou Lamoriello fired head coach Barry Trotz after four seasons.
The Isles need a goal scorer and a top-four defenseman. That, and more from host Andrew Gross, plus hear from players on breakup day, and Andrew's Answers.
Anson Carter, Islanders analyst for MSG Networks, joins Andrew Gross to talk about the Isles. Plus, Andrew answers your questions.
Andrew Gross reacts to the Islanders not making any moves at the NHL trade deadline, plus hear from GM Lou Lamoriello on why he stood pat with the roster as is.
Andrew Gross talks Isles-Rangers with Colin Stephenson as the Isles see their slim playoff hopes take a hit vs. the Capitals. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
NHL Network's E.J. Hradek joins host Andrew Gross to discuss the Isles at the trade deadline, the team's core and more. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross wraps up the Isles' West Coast swing, talks with Mike Carver about the team and gets into trade deadline scenarios in Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross takes you through the Isles' situation heading into the Seattle game, plus an extended edition of Andrew's Answers to your questions.
Andrew Gross and Neil Best take a look at the Islanders as they enter the All-Star break after a bad loss to the Kraken dropped their playoff chances to 4.2%.
In April 2020, Clark Gillies spoke with host Andrew Gross for a 40th anniversary series about the Islanders' first Stanley Cup in 1980 and their dynastic run afterward. Listen to the interview in this bonus episode.
Former Islanders teammates Bryan Trottier and Chico Resch share stories with host Andrew Gross about Clark Gillies after he passed away from cancer. Mark Herrmann also joins the conversation to discuss Gillies' impact on Long Island and share some golf stories with No. 9.
Andrew Gross has reasons for hope as the Isles reached NHL .500 this week, plus an interview with team statistician/historian Eric Hornick and Andrew's Answers delves into trade talks.
The Isles still are scheduled to face the Devils on Jan. 13, plus our fan segment returns with guest IslesGirl3, and Devils reporter Amanda Stein joins in to discuss the team ahead of the Isles game.
Andrew Gross talks about the Isles' stop-and-start season as NHL.com's Andy Eide joins the podcast to talk hockey in Seattle and the eventual return of Mathew Barzal. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
The Isles have lost 8 straight, but they're just beginning to emerge from a COVID-19 outbreak and getting some of their players. Still, they could use a win really soon, like, on Thursday night.
Andrew Gross is joined by Neil Best and Laura Albanese for first reactions to UBS Arena, the Isles' opening-night loss and the COVID-19 outbreak on the team.
Andrew Gross on the good and bad with the Islanders so far. MSG Networks' Steve Cangialosi previews the Isles-Devils game, and Neil Best dazzles us with stories from his trip to Winnipeg. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross discusses the Islanders' goal scoring needs and more about the team. Neil Best joins the podcast to explain his desire to cover the road game in Winnipeg. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross talks about the Isles' season on the road thus far, plus interviews with Hank Abate, the president of arena operations for UBS Arena, and Chris Nicchi, an Islanders fan originally from New Hyde Park. Plus, Andrew's Answers on Zdeno Chara, Sebastian Aho and more.
The Isles started 0-2 and were outscored 11-4 in those games, but host Andrew Gross says not to overreact so early. NHL Network's Billy Jaffe is buying into the Islanders as well, plus Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross talks Isles just ahead of Thursday's season opener, plus hear from Barry Trotz as well as Bridgeport's Chris Lamoriello on prospects, and Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross is joined by Colin Stephenson to preview the Islanders' upcoming season as well as their opponents in the Metropolitan Division..
Wahlstrom, Bellows, Varlamov and more as host Andrew Gross discusses the Islanders' preseason so far.
As the 2021-22 NHL season begins with training camp, Newsday's Andrew Gross sets up the Isles' preseason and looks at the roster going forward, plus hear from Lou Lamoriello and Zdeno Chara, followed by Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross talks with NHL Network's Mike Rupp about the Islanders' offseason, plus more on the team as training camp nears.
Casey Cizikas' colorful quote highlights the Islanders' signings of four key players. Newsday's Andrew Gross recaps the offseason thus far.
Host Andrew Gross discusses the goings on, or lack thereof, for the Islanders so far in NHL free agency. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross and Colin Stephenson discuss the Islanders' protected players and how the Seattle Kraken and their NHL expansion draft on Wednesday night may affect the Islanders.
Andrew Gross is joined by Hockey Night in New York's Christian Arnold and Sean Cuthbert to discuss Islanders free agency, the expansion draft and more offseason decisions. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross and Neil Best discuss the Islanders' offseason plans, the roster, free agency and more.
Andrew Gross, Colin Stephenson and Neil Best discuss the deciding Game 7 of the Islanders vs. Lightning in the Stanley Cup semifinals.
Andrew Gross, Neil Best and Colin Stephenson are joined by NHL.com's Dan Rosen to discuss the thrilling Game 6 win for the Islanders at Nassau Coliseum in the Stanley Cup semifinals
Andrew Gross is joined by Neil Best and Colin Stephenson to discuss the Isles' 8-0 loss to Tampa Bay in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup semifinals and then look ahead to Game 6 at Nassau Coliseum on Wednesday.
Newsday's Andrew Gross, Colin Stephenson and Neil Best discuss Game 4 of the Islanders-Lightning NHL semifinals, a thrilling 3-2 win that ended with one of the most dynamic plays in Isles playoff history to even the series at 2 games apiece.
NHL.com's Dan Rosen joins Newsday's Andrew Gross, Colin Stephenson and Neil Best to discuss the Isles' 2-1 loss to Tampa Bay in Game 3 of the NHL semifinals at the Coliseum.
Andrew Gross, Neil Best and Colin Stephenson discuss the Isles' 4-2 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 2 of the NHL semifinals.
Andrew Gross, Neil Best and Colin Stephenson discuss the Islanders' Game 1 win over Tampa Bay in the NHL semifinals.
Andrew Gross, Colin Stephenson and Neil Best discuss the Isles' Game 6 win over the Bruins with Boston Globe columnist Tara Sullivan at Nassau Coliseum, then look ahead to the Tampa Bay Lightning series.
Andrew Gross, Neil Best and Colin Stephenson discuss the Isles' 5-4 win in Game 5 of their second-round playoff series against the Bruins.
The guys discuss Game 4 of the Isles-Bruins playoff series where Mathew Barzal assisted on the tying goal and scored the winning goal in a 4-1 Islanders win at Nassau Coliseum.
Andrew Gross, Neil Best and Colin Stephenson discuss the goaltending, Mathew Barzal's first playoff goal and more from the Isles' Game 3 loss to the Bruins in their playoff series.
Andrew Gross, Colin Stephenson and Neil Best discuss the Isles' Game 2 win in overtime against the Bruins in their second-round playoff series.
Andrew Gross, Colin Stephenson and Neil Best discuss the Isles' 5-2 loss in Game 1 to the Bruins, plus Boston's "Perfection/Wicked Good" line and what's ahead for Game 2.
Andrew Gross, Neil Best and Colin Stephenson discuss the Isles' series-clinching win in Game 6 vs. the Penguins at Nassau Coliseum and look ahead to the second-round series against the Boston Bruins.
Sorokin, Sorokin, Sorokin. Andrew Gross, Neil Best and Colin Stephenson discuss Game 5 of the Islanders-Penguins series, a 3-2 OT win for the Isles.
Andrew Gross, Neil Best and Colin Stephenson discuss Game 4 of the Islanders-Penguins, a 4-1 win for the Isles at the Coliseum that evened the first-round playoffs at 2-2.
Andrew Gross, Colin Stephenson and Neil Best discuss Game 3 of the Isles-Penguins playoff series at Nassau Coliseum, plus a look ahead to Saturday's Game 4 and the long-awaited drum solo from the host.
Newsday's Andrew Gross, Colin Stephenson and Neil Best discuss the Islanders' 2-1 loss to the Penguins in Game 2 of their playoff series and look ahead to Game 3 at Nassau Coliseum.
Newsday's Andrew Gross, Neil Best and Colin Stephenson break down the Islanders' 4-3 overtime win in Game 1 of the East Division first-round playoff series against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Plus, a lookahead to Game 2 on Tuesday.
Newsday's Andrew Gross, Neil Best and Colin Stephenson discuss the upcoming Islanders-Penguins playoff series.
Host Andrew Gross talks with Chico Resch about the Isles-Devils series and the need (or not?) for momentum going into the playoffs. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross and Colin Stephenson discuss the upcoming two Islanders-Rangers games this week and what they mean for the NHL playoff race. Plus, Andrew's Answers, and apparently the debut of "Andrew's Questions" and its theme music.
Host Andrew Gross shares his thoughts on the Islanders' new UBS Arena after taking a tour of the latest developments in its construction on April 22, 2021. The building is scheduled to open in November.
NBC's NHL analyst Pierre McGuire joins host Andrew Gross to discuss the Islanders, their goaltenders and more. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross digs into the Islanders' trade deadline deals, how they affect the roster now and in the future, and what it means for the lines and the postseason. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
Newsday's Andrew Gross and Neil Best talk about the Islanders' trade with the Devils for Kyle Palmieri and Travis Zajac and what it means for the team's drive for a Stanley Cup.
Andrew Gross is joined by Newsday colleague Colin Stephenson to discuss the upcoming Isles-Rangers series and help answer your questions as the NHL trade deadline approaches.
Host Andrew Gross talks home ice advantage this season, followed by the trade deadline with NHL Network's E.J. Hradek and Isles-Caps with Washington Post's Samantha Pell. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross is joined by Isles radio announcer Greg Picker as the team discusses the goaltenders, trade deadline possibilities are more. Plus, Andrew answers your questions.
Host Andrew Gross discusses the Isles' recent obstacles presented -- Anders Lee's injury, COVID-19 -- plus Andrew's Answers and Dr. Lawrence Rocks on how climate change may affect hockey in the future.
Neil Best joins host Andrew Gross to discuss the return of fans to Nassau Coliseum and the NHL's new rights deal with ESPN. Plus, Andrew answers your questions about the Islanders and the trade deadline.
Host Andrew Gross is joined by NHL.com writer Brian Compton, who grew up on Long Island, to talk about the Islanders' season so far.
Host Andrew Gross is joined by Nassau County Executive Laura Curran to talk about fans returning to Nassau Coliseum, followed by Islanders radio play-by-play announcer Chris King to discuss the team. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross discusses the Islanders' improved play of late, plus goaltending talk with former Isles, Rangers and Sabres goalie Marty Biron, and Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross talks about the return of fans to Nassau Coliseum, upcoming games vs. the Penguins, what the Isles may do with Ilya Sorokin, plus he answers all your questions in Andrew's Answers.
Newsday's Andrew Gross and Colin Stephenson discuss the upcoming Islanders-Rangers games, plus a nod to Long Island's Anthony Bitetto now with the Rangers, and the NHL's new COVID-19 protocols.
Andrew Gross talks about what's gone wrong for the Islanders to start the season, plus Sabers-Isles series preview with Buffalo News beat writer Mike Harrington, and Andrew's Answers.
Newsday's Colin Stephenson joins host Andrew Gross to discuss the Islanders' scoring struggles, what ails the team right now and the slow start to the season.
Andrew Gross discusses how the shortened season affects the Islanders, plus Jean-Gabriel Pageau's linemates, an interview with radio broadcaster Greg Picker and Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross gives his five takeaways on the Islanders' first three games, plus an interview with NHL writer Abbey Mastracco of Bleacher Report as the Isles prepare to face the Devils twice, followed by Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross opens with his first thoughts on talking with Ilya Sorokin then previews the Isles' upcoming 56-game season with the help of NHL Network's Mike Rupp and Newsday's Colin Stephenson.
Andrew Gross talks about his observations from the start of Islanders training camp, plus an interview with analyst A. J. Mleczko and Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross and Colin Stephenson discuss the details of the upcoming NHL season and how teams will adjust to new divisions, COVID-19 protocols and more.
Host Andrew Gross talks with colleague Colin Stephenson about the issues at hand with starting the 2020-21 NHL season, plus Andrew's Answers on the Islanders.
Host Andrew Gross discusses Johnny Boychuk's career coming to an end because of an eye injury and how that affects Mathew Barzal's contract talks, plus Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross talks about the Islanders' signing of Ryan Pulock and the implications for restricted free agent Mathew Barzal and the rest of the team's salary cap, plus Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross shares his thoughts on Doc Emrick's retirement and Anders Lee's thoughts on when the next season will start, plus an interview with sports economist Dr. Joel Maxcy, and Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross talks NHL draft and NHL free agency for the Islanders, plus an interview with NHL Network's Brian Lawton about those topics, and Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross takes you through Islanders president/GM Lou Lamoriello's season-ending conference call. Hear from Lou on free agency, the Isles' playoff run, the new arena, the old arena and the upcoming NHL Draft.
It's homecoming week as former Newsday Islanders beat writer Alan Hahn, now a host on ESPN New York Radio and an MSG analyst for the Knicks, joins Andrew Gross to talk about the Islanders now and back when Hahn covered the team.
As the Islanders' offseason begins to take shape, host Andrew Gross answers all of your questions about free agency, this season, next season and everything else in a special episode dedicated entirely to "Andrew's Answers."
Andrew Gross is joined by Neil Best and Colin Stephenson to recap Game 6 of the Islanders' Eastern Conference Final loss to Tampa Bay that ended their season.
Newsday's Andrew Gross, Colin Stephenson and Neil Best analyze the Islanders' Game 5 win in double overtime against the Lightning to keep the Eastern Conference Finals going. The Isles now trail the series, 3-2.
Andrew Gross, Colin Stephenson and Neil Best recap the Isles' Game 4 loss to Tampa Bay in the Eastern Conference Finals and look ahead to Tuesday night's Game 5.
Newsday's Andrew Gross, Colin Stephenson and Neil Best react to the Islanders' win over the Lightning in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference final on Friday night.
Newsday's Andrew Gross, Neil Best and Colin Stephenson discuss the Islanders' loss to the Lightning in the final nine seconds of Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals on Wednesday night.
Former Islander Pat Flatley joins host Andrew Gross to talk about how the 2020 Islanders compare with the 1993 team that last reached the Eastern Conference final. Plus, Flatley's thoughts on Dale Hunter.
Host Andrew Gross analyzes what went wrong for the Islanders in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Tampa Bay Lightning, plus a look ahead to Game 2 and potential lineup changes.
Host Andrew Gross previews the Islanders in the Eastern Conference finals against the Tampa Bay Lightning with Newsday's Neil Best and Colin Stephenson. Game 1 is set for Monday night at 8 p.m.
Host Andrew Gross is joined by Newsday's Neil Best and Colin Stephenson and The Philadelphia Inquirer's Mike Sielski to preview the Isles vs. Flyers in the second round of the NHL's Eastern Conference playoffs.
Host Andrew Gross is joined by Neil Best and Colin Stephenson to talk about the Islanders' 3-0 start to their first-round playoff series against the Washington Capitals.
Host Andrew Gross recaps the Isles' qualifying series win over the Panthers and talks lineups and what to expect for the Capitals series with Isles radio broadcasters Chris King and Greg Picker. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross is joined by MSG Networks Isles analyst Butch Goring and Fox Sports Florida Panthers broadcaster Steve Goldstein to preview the Islanders vs. Panthers qualifying series.
Islanders co-owner Jon Ledecky and Oak View Group CEO Tim Leiweke join host Andrew Gross to discuss the team's new arena after naming rights were sold to UBS. Plus, Newsday's Jim Baumbach talks with Andrew about the new UBS Arena and the Isles' financial standing, and a preview of the Isles-Rangers exhibition game.
Host Andrew Gross discusses the plan for Ilya Sorokin and the Isles' restart training camp, then talks with Florida Panthers beat writer George Richards about the upcoming series. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
Andrew Gross shares his observations from the start of Islanders training camp heading into the Stanley Cup qualifiers, plus the signing of Ilya Sorokin and Andrew's Answers.
The NHL has a new agreement in place for the restart, and Andrew Gross and Colin Stephenson discuss the details. Plus, the return of Ilya Sorokin's theme music and Andrew's Andrews.
Isles beat writer Andrew Gross and Rangers beat writer Colin Stephenson discuss the NHL's return to play as training camps draw closer and hub cities are set. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross talks about where the NHL is in its restart plan, how it's shaping up amid warning signs, plus an in-depth interview with Doc Emrick, and Andrew's Answers.
Newsday's Jim Baumbach joins host Andrew Gross to discuss the situation with Nassau Coliseum shuttering, the latest with the Islanders' under-construction Belmont arena and where the team will play games next season.
Andrew Gross is joined by Colin Stephenson to discuss the July 10 start of training camps, plus an interview with Brendan Burke and plenty of Ilya Sorokin talk in Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross is joined by our Rangers beat writer Colin Stephenson as they discuss Isles captain Anders Lee and Rangers prospect K'Andre Miller speaking out about racism, plus where things stand with the NHL's restart plan and Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross is joined by Rangers beat writer Colin Stephenson to discuss the plans for the NHL's return and how it could affect the Isles and Rangers.
Former Islanders players Denis Potvin, Bob Nystrom, Bryan Trottier, Clark Gillies and Chico Resch reminisce about their first championship parade on Long Island after winning the 1980 Stanley Cup.
Host Andrew Gross discusses the state of the NHL as it looks for ways to return to play amid the coronavirus pandemic, plus he answers your questions
Host Andrew Gross reminisces with Glenn "Chico" Resch about the 1980 Islanders Stanley Cup winning team, with stories and insight on Billy Smith, Butch Goring, the parade down Hempstead Turnpike and more.
Islanders head coach Barry Trotz talks in-depth with host Andrew Gross about the season, the state of the team and some hindsight into things he might have done differently now that he has the time to analyze it while the NHL is on pause because of the coronavirus. Come for the hockey talk, stay for the happy birthday singing.
Host Andrew Gross is joined by Newsday colleague Jim Baumbach to discuss the status of construction on the Islanders' new arena at Belmont Park amid business shutdowns from the coronavirus pandemic, plus Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross is joined by Newsday's Colin Stephenson to discuss the Isles, Rangers and what hockey will look like when the coronavirus pandemic subsides and sports are allowed to resume again. Plus, Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross discusses how the coronavirus outbreak has affected covering the NHL, as well as the Islanders' need for a sense of urgency to make the playoffs. Plus, an interview with Johnny Boychuk and Andrew's answers to your questions.
Andrew Gross and Neil Best discuss the Isles' need for a finisher and the Isles returning to Nassau Coliseum full time until Belmont is ready, plus an interview with Butch Goring on his No. 91 jersey being retired as well as answers to your questions.
Andrew Gross discusses the Isles' trade for Jean-Gabriel Pageau, plus interviews with Islanders legends Ken Morrow and John Tonelli, followed by Andrew's answers to your questions.
Host Andrew Gross discusses the Isles' trade for Andy Greene, plus an interview with Greene and an NHL realignment proposal discussion with Isles radio analyst Greg Picker, followed by answers to your questions.
This week's episode comes to you from Nashville where host Andrew Gross is on the road trip with the Islanders, plus an interview with Semyon Varlamov and answers to your questions.
Host Andrew Gross discusses the reality of the season, the points standings and the playoff possibilities for the Islanders. Plus, an interview with rookie Kieffer Bellows and Andrew's answers to your questions.
Host Andrew Gross discusses the Isles' return to work after the break, the 33 games to go (in 65 days), plus an interview with Scott Mayfield and Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross is joined by Rangers beat writer Colin Stephenson to discuss Isles-Rangers at the All-Star break and potential moves as the NHL trade deadline nears, plus an interview with Mathew Barzal and Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross is joined by Newsday Rangers beat writer Colin Stephenson to discuss the two teams' "mini-playoff series" this week, plus Colin muscles in on Andrew's Answers.
Mike Bossy joins host Andrew Gross to discuss the Islanders now and then, goal-scoring and more on a special episode of the Island Ice podcast.
Host Andrew Gross discusses the Islanders' lack of drawing as many penalties as other teams, plus the need for more scoring and the return of Sebastian Aho. Josh Bailey stops by the podcast to discuss his career. And Andrew answers your questions about the Isles.
Andrew Gross discusses the regional rivlaries ahead for the Islanders, plus the goalie rotation, an interview with former Isles goalie Robin Lehner and the return of Andrew's Answers.
Host Andrew Gross discusses the Cal Clutterbuck injury, that awesome photo of Johnny Boychuk, days off for the holidays and more, plus an insightful interview with Andrew Ladd.
Host Andrew Gross discusses the return of Josh Ho-Sang to Bridgeport, Oliver Wahlstrom playing for Team USA, other NHL trades, plus Andrew's Answers and Julia Elbaba discusses covering her first Isles game for Newsday's social media platforms.
Host Andrew Gross analyzes the Islanders' lines and offers us his take on remaking them, plus an interview with former Islander Blake Comeau and Andrew's Answers to your questions.
Episode 10 of Island Ice originates from California and then Montreal as Newsday's Andrew Gross analyzes the team's play, interviews Brock Nelson and answers your questions.
The Isles' points streak comes to an end, plus an interview with Steve Mears and, as always, Andrew's Answers.
Butch Goring calls into the podcast, host Andrew Gross interviews Anthony Beauvillier, plus answers to your questions.
Isles head coach Barry Trotz is unsure what to expect from the home crown when John Tavares returns this season, plus an interview with Cole Bardreau, Trotz's take on Oliver Wahlstrom and Andrew Gross' answers to your questions.
Host Andrew Gross talks about the Islanders' return to the Barclays Center and their winning streak, plus an interview with Cal Clutterbuck and, of course, Andrew's answers to your questions.
Jim Baumbach joins Andrew Gross to discuss the Belmont Arena vs. NYCB Live's Nassau Coliseum, plus an interview with Anders Lee, and Andrew's analysis and answers to your questions.
Isles broadcaster Shannon Hogan and left wing Ross Johnston join Newsday's Andrew Gross on this episode of Island Ice. Plus, Andrew answers your questions about the Islanders.
Newsday columnist Neil Best joins Andrew Gross to discuss a pair of rookie teenage Islanders, plus interviews with Oliver Wahlstrom and Noah Dobson and a discussion about the Belmont arena. Also hear from Denis Potvin on the new arena, and Andrew answers your questions.
The Islanders' Derick Brassard is this week's guest on Andrew Gross' "Island Ice" podcast for Newsday. Plus, Andrew's thoughts from opening weekend and answers to your questions.
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Newsday's new podcast on the Islanders, hosted by our beat writer Andrew Gross. Get his thoughts on the season ahead, listen to an interview with head coach Barry Trotz and see if your question made the cut as Andrew answers questions from his Twitter followers.