Dorrington brothers carry family legacy with them

Max and Jackson Dorrington never faced off in college, but now they find themselves on opposite sides of a long-time AHL rivalry as they begin their pro careers – and continue a legacy begun by their trailblazing cousin Art in 1950.

Pinho’s resurgence a bright spot for Bridgeport

It’s been a difficult 2024-25 season in Bridgeport, but Brian Pinho has been a bright spot. The seventh-year pro has set a career high with 21 goals and has matched his personal best with 37 points, and had the honor of representing the Islanders at the 2025 AHL All-Star Classic. 

Devils, Islanders make trade

The New Jersey Devils have acquired defenseman Dennis Cholowski from the New York Islanders in exchange for forward Adam Beckman. 

Avalanche get Dufour from Islanders

The Colorado Avalanche have acquired forwards Brock Nelson and forward William Dufour from the New York Islanders in exchange for defenseman Oliver Kylington, forward Calum Ritchie, a first-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft and a conditional third-round pick in the 2028 NHL Draft.

Breaking the ice behind the scenes in Bridgeport

Off-ice official Nicole Broderick has seen plenty of change over the years, but nothing hits home quite like seeing more and more women earn leadership opportunities at Total Mortgage Arena, where the Bridgeport Islanders will host a Women in Sports night this Saturday.

UConn teammates reunite in the Nutmeg State

Bridgeport Islanders teammates Marc Gatcomb and Wyatt Newpower have a bond that goes far beyond Total Mortgage Arena. But at the same time, it’s a unique relationship rooted and nurtured well within the Nutmeg State.

MacLean looking to pick up where he left off

Kyle MacLean is at an interesting intersection at New York Islanders training camp. He’s a tangible example of how hard work and patience can help a player make the jump from the AHL to the NHL. At the same time, he’s still a younger player on a veteran team and is eager to soak up all he can and improve his game.

Maggio motivated, making adjustments ahead of second season

Matt Maggio made the jump to the American Hockey League and recorded 27 points in 61 games with the Bridgeport Islanders in 2023-24. It was a learning experience both on and off the ice, but it primed the 21-year-old winger for his second season in the pros.

Remembering the Gaudreau brothers, gone too soon

To know Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau’s story, it is first and foremost about family. Guy and Jane Gaudreau fostered their children’s love of the sport, and their love of family. The Gaudreau siblings, Johnny, Matty, Kristen and Katie, were clearly each other’s biggest fans, too.