First, Arthur and AJ discuss the emergence of Oliver Wahlstrom, the re-emergence of the Brock Nelson-Anthony Beauvillier-Josh Bailey line, the power play really starting to heat up, and big wins over the Bruins and Pens in their last three, heading into tonight’s game agains the Devils.

Plus, issues with the Nick Leddy-Scott Mayfield pairing on defense, Barry Trotz trying to lessen the defense’s TOI, and listener questions about Michael Dal Colle and how AJ, as a defenseman, would try to stop Mathew Barzal.

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Arthur and AJ take a look at the last few Islanders games and discuss some trends that have presented themselves. Plus, Ilya Sorokin's time in net, improvements over his last few starts, and the importance of building trust with the team. 

Finally, they wrap with a look back at the 1998 Nagano Olympics, and the gold medal win for the USA Women's hockey team, AJ shares some memories from the Olympics, and how the team still gets together to this day.

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First, Arthur and AJ discuss the Isles getting into a nice rhythm, picking up points in seven straight games, Anthony Beauvillier’s impending return to the lineup tonight against the Sabres, and whether Oliver Wahlstrom or Leo Komarov should come out of the lineup to make room for Beau.

Plus, listener questions from Twitter about Ilya Sorokin’s viability as a backup, the possibility of Cory Schneider getting a start, Semyon Varlamov’s team MVP-worthy start to the season, Mathew Barzal’s nine-game point streak, if Bridgeport is doing a good enough job developing players, and how hard AJ shot the puck during her playing days.

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First up, Arthur and AJ hand out report cards to a bunch of Islanders, including Semyon Varlamov, Mathew Barzal, Jordan Eberle, and more, at just about a fifth of the way through the season.

Plus, they talk about Barry Trotz winning his 850th game as a head coach, passing his good friend Ken Hitchcock for third on the all-time wins list. And, to close things out, Twitter questions from listeners about Leo Komarov, Sebastian Aho. and more.

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First, Arthur and AJ discuss the indefinite postponement of tonight’s scheduled Islanders-Sabres game due to COVID-19 protocols, and the possibility of Thursday’s game getting scrapped, too, the team’s rough stretch over the last four games against the Caps and Flyers, and the effect Brock Nelson’s slow start has had, so far.

Plus, Ilya Sorokin’s play as he adjusts to the smaller North American ice surface, Barry Trotz looking for linemates to play with Jean-Gabriel Pageau on a more consistent basis, and listener questions, to close things out.

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Arthur and AJ preview the Islanders upcoming two-game set against the Capitals, playing without a number of their top guys due to COVID-19 restrictions, and discuss Anthony Beauvillier as a game-time decision for tonight’s game, how his potential absence could have ripple effects throughout the lineup, the team’s search for offense, and more.

First, they take a look back at the last couple of games against the Devils, the complete lack of goal support in front of rookie netminder Ilya Sorokin so far this season, and the distinct challenges playing multiple back-to-back games present.

Plus, responding to a few of the questions that have been trending in Arthur’s Isles Twitter over the last week or so, including Ross Johnston’s role, Noah Dobson’s vision, and more.

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Arthur and AJ discuss the good and bad from the Islanders’ first week of the season, including the play of Mathew Barzal, Noah Dobson, and Semyon Varlamov, Ilya Sorokin’s tough NHL debut after being pressed into action during pregame warmups, the impact of Josh Bailey’s inclusion on the COVID-19 list, and more.

Plus, how similar is Barry Trotz to Ted Lasso? Listen and find out.

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Before getting into the show, Arthur officially introduces AJ Mleczko as the new cohost of No Sleep Til Belmont!

Then, Arthur and AJ discuss the team’s likely opening night roster, who’s stood out during this unusual and accelerated training camp, the Isles-Rangers opening night matchup, the mental side of approaching a mini-playoff series style, 56-game schedule, which team’s could make the playoffs out of a tough East Division, the Isles’ potential MVP and Breakout Player this year, and more.

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Arthur talks about the opening of Islanders training camp, now underway for its third day, the obvious absence of Mathew Barzal, the reasons why he is still unsigned, and when a deal is likely to be reached.

Plus, breaking down the potential roster spots to be won during camp, numbers for Matt Martin’s new deal, how the uniqueness of this season’s taxi squads can help the Islanders with their cap issues, Josh Ho-Sang’s training camp snub, and more.

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Arthur is joined by Olympic gold and silver medalist, and NBC and MSG analyst, AJ Mleczko to discuss Johnny Boychuk stepping away from the game of hockey due to an eye injury and what his retirement means for the Islanders both on and off the ice, and more.

Plus, contracts seemingly in place for Cory Schneider, Matt Martin, and Andy Greene, thoughts on how training camp and preseason will be different this year, and AJ talks about her experience broadcasting the playoffs during the pandemic.

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