DEFEND: Patrick Roy’s Surprising Commitment to Jonathan Drouin in Islanders Top 6 SPARKS Debate

The New York Islanders face a pivotal test in Montreal as Patrick Roy shakes up the lineup and defends his decisions amidst growing scrutiny. Jonathan Drouin’s prolonged scoring drought sparks debate—can strong defensive play justify his top-six role, or is it time for a bigger change? Roy’s commitment to process over results is under the microscope as the Isles’ power play struggles, ranking 30th in the league. Gil Martin spotlights key matchups, including emotional returns for Emil Heineman and Noah Dobson, and the strategic importance of slowing Montreal’s high-octane offense led by Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield. With playoff positioning on the line and unresolved special teams issues looming, will the Islanders’ approach spark a turnaround? Plus, a look back at indie hero Mike Kaszycki  for the Islanders’ birthday of the day—don’t miss this must-listen breakdown of New York Islanders hockey. All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Everydayer ClubJoin the Everydayer Club for ad-free audio, access to our group chat on Discord, and more. Use code DEADLINE ahead of the trade deadline for one month free. Tap here to learn more: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Use your Profit Boost on an NBA future and get entered for your chance to win a trip to the NBA Finals. Play your game with FanDuel, the official sports betting partner of the NBA. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.