Can the New York Islanders afford to keep Lou Lamoriello in an advisory role? With the GM search heating up, the Islanders face a pivotal decision that could reshape their future. Fans are buzzing about the potential impact on the team’s direction and the need for a fresh start.
Explore the latest rumors surrounding Lou Lamoriello and the New York Islanders’ strategic moves. Discover insights into Semyon Varlamov’s season performance and the importance of securing a reliable backup goalie. Plus, get the scoop on the Islanders’ draft viewing party at UBS Arena and upcoming events that promise to excite fans.
Join the conversation and uncover what these developments mean for the Islanders’ path forward. Don’t miss out on the in-depth analysis and insider perspectives that could redefine the team’s trajectory.
Explore the latest rumors surrounding Lou Lamoriello and the New York Islanders’ strategic moves. Discover insights into Semyon Varlamov’s season performance and the importance of securing a reliable backup goalie. Plus, get the scoop on the Islanders’ draft viewing party at UBS Arena and upcoming events that promise to excite fans.
Join the conversation and uncover what these developments mean for the Islanders’ path forward. Don’t miss out on the in-depth analysis and insider perspectives that could redefine the team’s trajectory.
All this and more on today’s Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin.
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32 Comments
Can't happen. New faces. The only old face I keep is Ken Morrow.
what is it with these 80 plus year old guys that do not get the hint that no one cares about them anymore,, ,Joe and Lou…..Lou go open up a lemonade stand, get lost
this would be awful
Lou comes back and I am done
Islanders' owners sound like dipshits.
Gm. The disfunction never stops.
Calm down…Lou is an asset as an advisor…jeesh.
I agree with you Gil 100% that The NY Islanders organization needs to move on completely from Lou Lamoriello.
I also respect what Lou Lamoriello has accomplished as a Hall of Fame GM from the past but it’s time The NY Islanders move on completely with a fresh start. Maybe even a new Coach is necessary too.
Going forward hope The NY Islanders pick the best possible new GM selection and don’t rush into the decision process and selection.
Regarding the NHL draft, I’m also excited that The NY Islanders got the first selection and also Hope The NY Islanders select the best most predictable hockey player prospect.
If I was a GM and owner I would try to build The NY Islanders with the best goaltending and defense possible in the NHL first then work on getting an elite, talented goal scorer, as Hall of Fame GM Bill Torrey and Coach Al Arbour did when they helped to build a Stanley Cup Dynasty.
The Islanders are not going to be successful when losing games like 9-2, 6-1, 5-0, etc etc. The NY Islanders organization have a lot of work to do also by making trades, navigate through the bad contract deals, and make better acquisitions/ signings.
The NY Islanders also don’t forget need a better team playing in Bridgeport as well. Hope things work out for the better. Go Isles!
Dumpster Fire continues
Rip the bandaid off. Lou needs to go and have no fingerprints on this team going fwd
They will truly be a clown show organization if that happens.
The new name for the old “barn” should not be the “stable”, it should be the asylum, the nut house or something like that because that’s what this org feels like since the 80’s. Thank you Gil for being a subtle yet consistent reminder through the years of what some normalcy should be as it pertains to NYI
they did not resign him because of his opinion, so why is he here to give opinions to someone else, i do not get it?
Would Roy want GM ?
I actually don’t think this is that big of a deal. Lou is probably past going to another team and starting from scratch, and despite some of his unorthodox “operating policies,” it’s ridiculous to think he doesn’t have valuable knowledge to share with a new GM, especially if it’s someone doing that job for the first time.
Nelson should have been grateful 7 million a year he's not worth 4
Did anyone reach out to Neil Smith?
Why are you saying "guys" to fill the job. Could be ladies , some of which are extremely qualified
I think at this point, the fans need to call the exec offices and voice that we the fans who pay for seats etc, do not want Lou or his son around…
Lou wants to work until he is in corps gonna die in an office chair
Hey while this joke franchise is at it why not bring back milbury he not doing anything with assistant gm Garth snow and Lou can advise them lol
Hi Gil! Makes ya wonder why the top two candidates are reluctant to accept!! It’s like hiring your ex wife who took you to the poor house to advise you on financial decisions. If Staple is wrong, he will lose major credibility because the guy has been dead wrong in the past. This is where you become a Mickey Mouse organization! Insanity might just continue. Let me see—-players don’t want to come here. Gm’s don’t want to come here. Can’t anyone say culture change? This Bullshit has got to STOP!! Once again if Lou is back in the mix, trepidation is back. Jubilant euphoria in the last couple weeks and now this? If Lou will be advising I guarantee we pick Hagens. And the others get the Cadillac and Porsche! I like the kid and a great story but he’s not the best player out of the three. Like we know—I believe he wanted both those guys back for big money and term. This can’t be happening—-these people want to stick it to the fans. It’s pure 💯 deceitful!! Above all it’s idiotic and no other franchise would do this lunacy. Once so proud and if true, Now so stupid. Take care Gil
If they want to keep the fans, happy and bring someone back for another go round, let it be the radio announcers. No-brainer.O
If they want to keep the fans happy and bring someone back for another go around, let it be the radio announcers. No-brainer.
I grew up, listening to hockey on the radio and listening to John Sterling, rant and moan on WMCA as we never had a television.
As an adult now for over the last 20 years and no television, the radio announcers were my joy ❤
If he stays I'm DONE with the Islanders
The Islanders need to have a clean break from Lou Lamoriello.
Keeping him in the front office even if it's in an advisory role will benifit absolutely no one in the Islanders organization.
Ken Holland was heard saying that he was not interested in the Isles GM job.
Which I and a lot of people would've preferred that he wasn't a consideration.
The choice for GM needs to be made quickly with the draft a little over a month away. But it needs to be made wisely, and without the specter of Lou Lamoriello lingering around the front office.
Agree with you Gil, Time to move on! His time has passed. LGI
Whoever is there better take Misa!
This is not happening. If it does you’ll be able to fire a shot gun inside UBS next year and not hit anyone.
This is why they’re number 9 in the greater NY area.
Great show… I was going to drone on about Lou but why bother… have a great weekend!
Trade: Hawks have tons of cap space and picks. We want Misa.
Ils have little cap space and RFAs to sign.
Ils trade to hawks Lee plus his 7mil hit and the No. 1 overall pick.
Hawks trade Ils both our 2025 1st Rd picks, for NY No 1 overall pick.
We pick Misa, and get 30 goal scorer Lee.
Ils trade Lee and save 7mil/sign RFA Holmstrom/Dobson/Tsyplakov
NY picks Hagens with 3rd overall plus another player 2025 1st Rd
Maybe Hawks add a 2026 2nd rd pick sweetner?
What does NY think?