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The New York Islanders face pivotal goalie decision ahead of heated rivalry matchup with the New York Rangers. Should Peter DeBoer ride Ilya Sorokin’s hot streak or give Semyon Varlamov his long-awaited NHL return? Gil Martin weighs the pros and cons, analyzing how these choices could impact the Islanders’ playoff hopes and Sorokin’s workload.
Key storylines include Mat Barzal’s looming return and the roster shuffle needed to accommodate him. Gil Martin breaks down likely moves—with Matthew Kessel and Victor Eklund in the spotlight—and examines optimal line combinations as the Islanders try to maintain chemistry. Plus, an in-depth preview of the Rangers clash, insights on Adam Fox’s impact, and a look back at Kenny Jansson’s legacy on his 52nd birthday. Will the Islanders’ strategic choices push them to victory at Madison Square Garden?
All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin.
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"BIG DECISION: Will Islanders START Ilya Sorokin or Semyon Varlamov for MSG SHOWDOWN With Rangers?" is an episode of Locked On Islanders - Daily Podcast On The New York Islanders. Runtime 31 min. Published October 6, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
