Island Ice podcast

Island Ice podcast

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A Newsday podcast about the New York Islanders, hosted by our beat writer Andrew Gross.

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Latest episode

Apr 15, 2026

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Episodes

Island Ice Ep. 141: Barzal signs, roster cuts, Cory Schneider, Andrew's Answers 06.10.2022

Andrew Gross discusses the Mathew Barzal deal and roster cuts, plus a chat with Cory Schneider and Andrew's Answers.

Island Ice Ep. 140: Preseason impressions, Brock Nelson, Andrew's Answers 01.10.2022

Andrew Gross gives his impressions of the Islanders after the first two preseason games, plus an interview with Brock Nelson and Andrew's Answers.

Island Ice Ep. 139: New season, new coach, same players 22.09.2022

As the Islanders begin training camp, host Andrew Gross talks about the offseason and what lies ahead for the Isles this season.

Island Ice Ep. 138: On Nazem Kadri, Lou Lamoriello, ticket sales and more offseason stuff 10.08.2022

Andrew Gross talks about the non-dealings going on with the Islanders this offseason, plus he answers your questions.

Island Ice Ep. 137: Isles draft moves recap 11.07.2022

On the road home from Montreal, Andrew Gross and Colin Stephenson analyze the Isles' trades, draft picks and more from the NHL Draft.

Island Ice Ep. 136: On the road to Montreal for the NHL Draft 06.07.2022

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.

Island Ice Ep. 135: Here comes the 'new voice' Lane Lambert 17.05.2022

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.

Island Ice Ep. 134: Farewell, Barry Trotz 09.05.2022

Andrew Gross and Neil Best react after Isles president and GM Lou Lamoriello fired head coach Barry Trotz after four seasons.

Island Ice Ep. 133: What the Isles need to do this offseason 04.05.2022

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.

Island Ice Ep 132: Anson Carter, Andrew's Answers 08.04.2022

Anson Carter, Islanders analyst for MSG Networks, joins Andrew Gross to talk about the Isles. Plus, Andrew answers your questions.

Island Ice Ep. 131: Trade deadline? What trade deadline? 22.03.2022

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.

Island Ice Ep. 130: There go the playoffs, here come the Rangers 16.03.2022

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.

Island Ice Ep. 129: Time to sell, but who and for what? E.J. Hradek, Andrew's Answers 09.03.2022

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.

Island Ice Ep. 128: Heading home, Mike Carver, trade talk 02.03.2022

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.

Island Ice Ep. 127: Buyers or Sellers? Answering your Isles questions 22.02.2022

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.

Island Ice Ep. 126: Taking stock of the Isles at the All-Star break 03.02.2022

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%.

Island Ice Ep. 125: The Clark Gillies interview 27.01.2022

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.

Island Ice Ep. 124: Remembering Clark Gillies 24.01.2022

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.

Island Ice Ep. 123: Reasons for hope, Eric Hornick, trade talk 20.01.2022

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.

Island Ice Ep. 122: Next game nears, IslesGirl3, Amanda Stein 11.01.2022

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.

Island Ice Ep. 121: Gameless in Seattle, Andy Eide, Andrew's Answers 06.01.2022

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.

Island Ice Ep. 120: Don't jump ship just yet 02.12.2021

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.

Island Ice Ep. 119: Opening night at UBS Arena 21.11.2021

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.

Island Ice Ep. 118: Isles good and bad, Steve Cangialosi, Neil Best 10.11.2021

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.

Island Ice Ep. 117: The magic number, a lifelong quest fulfilled 02.11.2021

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.

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