The New York Islanders can protect seven forwards in the upcoming NHL Expansion Draft but who should they protect? Oliver Wahlstrom is exempt, but some tough choices have to be made and Lou Lamoriello will do all he can to protect as much of the team's core players as he can.

We also examine the season and the future plans for Isles defenseman Thomas Hickey. Hickey has been through a lot in recent years but will he be back with the Islanders organization in 2021-22? we discuss the options on today's show.

Plus we feature one of the most popular players in the first decade of Isles history on our Islanders Birthday of the Day.

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

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