New York Islanders face a wave of injuries, with Alexander Romanov sidelined for up to six months and JG Pageau out week-to-week. Can the Islanders' next man up mentality fuel a playoff push despite these setbacks? Gil Martin spotlights the impact of losing Romanov’s physicality on defense and examines key roster adjustments—Cal Ritchie steps into a bigger role, Maxim Tsyplakov returns to the lineup, and Adam Boqvist fills the void on the blueline.

Gil Martin recaps the thrilling shootout win over the Seattle Kraken, dissecting Bo Horvat and Kyle Palmieri’s clutch performances, David Rittich’s shutout heroics, and Anders Lee’s efforts against the St. Louis Blues. With the power play faltering and scoring depth still in question, the episode weighs trade possibilities and opportunities for prospects like Marshall Warren and Isaiah George. Will the Islanders find the grit and consistency needed to stay in the playoff race?

All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin.

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