Velene took to the sport of hockey and is sticking with it, continuing her involvement through various Islanders programs. As Richardson stood rink side at Northwell Presents the Park at UBS Arena ...

"When time were tough," former New York Islanders goalie ... lose his temper over a hockey matter, his loving wife would calm him down. "Claire was a very special lady," said Jim Devellano ...

The defense corps was a patchwork with Scott Perunovich being the latest newcomer for the Islanders ... long but I can tell this is a really good hockey team and we played a really good game ...

Following their final preseason game on Oct. 4, the Islanders will make their final roster cut. They will then have six days to prepare before the season-opener against the Utah Hockey Club on Oct ...