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TRIUMPH: New York Islanders Semyon Varlamov RETURNS and Shocks the AHL in Powerful Comeback

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Apr 16, 202622:37

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New York Islanders legend Semyon Varlamov returns after double knee replacement, sparking hope for a rejuvenated goalie tandem next season. Can Varlamov regain his form to back up Ilya Sorokin, or will GM Mathieu Darche need a bold move to bolster the crease? Gil Martin unpacks the inspiring comeback, lineup questions, and why a reliable backup is critical as Sorokin can’t shoulder the full season alone.

Key updates include Ryan Pulock’s battle with shoulder and knee injuries, Alexander Romanov’s recovery timeline, and uncertainty surrounding Pierre Engvall’s future after hip and ankle surgeries. Insights on Kyle Palmieri’s ACL comeback and how roster logjams could impact training camp shape the discussion. Don’t miss this sweeping look at the Islanders’ offseason challenges, injury status, and big decisions facing Patrick Roy and the front office. Could smart maneuvering set up New York for a bounce-back year?

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

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When was this episode published?: April 16, 2026.
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What podcast is this from?: Locked On Islanders - Daily Podcast On The New York Islanders. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
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