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On Isles Time
by Brendan Yerkes and Cole Healy
On Isles Time is a New York Islanders podcast hosted by Brendan Yerkes and Cole Healy. On Isles Time will provide opinions, reactions, analysis, and discussion on everything surrounding New York Islanders hockey. Yerkes brings knowledge from assisting with Islanders coverage for The Hockey News, broadcasting local hockey for LI Sports Network, and playing for Hofstra University's Ice Hockey Team, along with being a lifelong fan of the Isles. Healy, also a lifelong Islanders fan, has played hockey for many years and closely follows the team. Thanks for joining us!
Episodes
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30: In the mix
In episode 30, Brendan and Cole react to the Islanders' first five games of the season, where they sit at a 2-3 record. They then analyze all of the early storylines, including special teams, Pete DeBoers impact, Alex Romanov's injury, the Schenn/Ritchie/Eklund line, Ondrej Palat's success, and...
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29: Promising Prospects (Ft. Stefen Rosner)
In episode 29, Brendan and Cole discuss the main takeaways from Islanders training camp, including the signing of big defenseman Logan Stanley. They are then honored to be joined by Islanders reporter Stefen Rosner (The Elmonters, NHL.com & The Hockey News) to get his inside scoop on all the...
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28: Captain Horvat
In episode 28, Brendan and Cole share their thoughts on Bo Horvat officially being named captain. Next, they react to the Mat Barzal injury news and Kirill Marchenko trade rumors. They spend a lot of time discussing rookie camp and the standout showings from top prospects, including Victor Eklund...
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27: Offseason mailbag
In episode 27, Brendan and Cole react to the third jersey contest results with the navy lighthouse being the winner. They then discuss some of the organization's new hires before spending the bulk of the episode answering fan-submitted questions surrounding the Islanders. Thanks for joining us On...
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26: Replacing Lee
In episode 26, Brendan and Cole react to longtime Islanders captain Anders Lee leaving for the Utah Mammoth in free agency, and outline the plan to replace his production. Next, they share their excitement for the Matias Maccelli signing as a low-risk, high-upside deal. They also discuss the...
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25: Defense first
In Episode 25, Brendan and Cole react to the massive movement happening around the NHL with concern that the Islanders are falling behind in the Eastern Conference. They then share their thoughts on the Isles 2026 draft class, including first-round pick Malte Gustafsson. Later, they discuss the...
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24: Draft decisions
In episode 24, Brendan and Cole start by discussing rumors of potential trades and what's next for Anders Lee. Next, they predict what the plan could be for the Isles at the NHL Draft. Lastly, Brendan leads the charge in reviewing many prospects that would be a fit for the Islanders at 13th...
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23: Lucky number 13
In episode 23, Brendan and Cole reacted to the Islanders holding the 13th overall draft choice after the eventful draft lottery. They then discuss what the Isles may do with the pick, and list off some potential fits and positional needs. Next, the guys speculate on some potential Islanders…
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22: Changes are coming
In this episode, Brendan and Cole wrapped up the Isles regular season with a long discussion on what went wrong down the stretch, as the team failed to qualify for the Stanley Cup playoffs for the second-straight year. They then analyzed what players they think will not be on the Islanders next...
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21: DeBoer to the rescue
In this episode, Brendan and Cole react to the news of Patrick Roy's dismissal as Islanders head coach and the entrance of Peter DeBoer with the season on the line. They share what went wrong for Roy and the structure and experience that they expect DeBoer to bring. Thanks for joining us On Isles...
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20: Just win
In this episode, Brendan and Cole share their frustration with the Isles recent performances, with the playoff margins so thin. They discuss who’s been hot, including Brayden Schenn, Cal Ritchie, and Simon Holmstrom, as well as the newcomers who have struggled, meaning Ondrej Palat and Carson...
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19: Schenn and slow starts
In this episode, Brendan and Cole break down Mathieu Darche's big trade to acquire Brayden Schenn from the Blues, the Islanders slow starts and epic comebacks, as well as who has been fueling the offense as of late. The guys wrap by discussing what the next step is for Cole Eiserman's…
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18: Refresh and reset
In this episode, Brendan and Cole get caught up to speed on the Islanders last few games before the Olympic break. They analyze Bo Horvat and Mat Barzal's hot streaks along with the two trade additions of Ondrej Palat and Carson Soucy. Lastly, the guys look ahead to what the Islanders may do at…
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17: Simon says
In this episode, Brendan and Cole look at the .500 road trip and how the Isles have struggled offensively as of late. They look at who has excelled, including Simon Holmstrom and Anthony Duclair, and who has struggled, like Jonathan Drouin. They discuss what the team needs to do in the last two...
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16: Barzal leading the way
In this episode, Brendan and Cole react to the up-and-down last couple of weeks of the Islanders season. They discuss Mat Barzal’s leadership, Matthew Schaefer’s starpower, and the teams goatending excellence, among more topics. The guys close the episode reacting to the prospects perfromances at...
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15: Patrick Roy hockey
In this episode, Brendan and Cole discuss the Islanders strong home stretch, including big wins over some of the league's top teams. They discuss everyone playing to their roles, Ilya Sorokin's return to Vezina status and the impact Patrick Roy has made as coach. Thanks for joining us On Isles...
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14: Finding ways to win
In this episode, Brendan and Cole celebrate the Islanders successful 6-1-0 road trip, and standout performances from Max Shabanov, Matthew Schaefer, Mat Barzal, and Cal Ritchie. They next discuss the impact the d-core has made after it was looked at as an area of weakness before the season.…
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13: Bo Scorevat
In this episode, Brendan and Cole start by discussing Bo Horvat's scorching hot scoring streak. They then rave about the goaltending with Ilya Sorokin starting to return to form. The guys also discuss Matthew Schaefer's defensive improvements along with the strong new D-pairs. Overall, Brendan…
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12: Middle-sixers
In this episode, Brendan and Cole break down the Islanders five-game point streak with what's gone right as they've turned the season around after a poor start. Thanks for joining us On Isles time! Make sure to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X @onislestime!
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11: Expectations have changed
In this episode, Brendan and Cole react to the first three games of the Islanders season, an unfortunate 0-3 start. They share their excitement from the start of Matthew Schaefer's NHL career, even with the rest of the defenders struggling. Lastly, they discuss what the forwards need to do better...
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10: A new era begins
In this episode, Brendan and Cole share their excitement as the Islanders 2025-26 season is finally set to begin. They cover everything that happened during training camp and the preseason, including Matthew Schaefer making the roster, injured players returning to form, rookies, the goaltender...
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9: The preseason is finally here
In this episode, Brendan and Cole break down what's happened so far at Islanders training camp and look at the takeaways from the first preseason game. Thanks for joining us On Isles time! Make sure to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X, @onislestime! (Podcast was recorded 9/23 before the...
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8: Our first inside look
In this episode, Brendan and Cole break down the Islanders new documentary "On The Island," cover the latest news around the team, and discuss the buzz from the start of rookie camp. Thanks for joining us On Isles time! Make sure to follow us on X and Instagram @onislestime!
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7: Hot takes of summer
In this episode, Brendan and Cole share some of their hot takes ahead of the next Islanders season as the offseason winds down. Next, they review some fan-submitted hot takes via X. Thanks for joining us On Isles time! Make sure to follow us on X and Instagram @onislestime!
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6: Schaefer Signs ELC
In episode six, Brendan and Cole return to discuss Max Tsyplakov's new contract, Matthew Schaefer signing his ELC, along with the plan for the defenseman in his rookie season, and the expected opening night lineup. Thanks for joining us On Isles time! Make sure to follow us on X and Instagram...
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5: The "ov" Empire
In this episode, Brendan and Cole dissect all of the Islanders free agent signings, including the surprise of signing Jonathan Drouin. The guys also share their excitement after the Isles landed KHL star Max Shabanov, adding to the team's massive Russian influence. Lastly, development camp and…
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4: Franchise-Altering Draft
We're On Isles Time! In episode four, Brendan Yerkes and Cole Healy recap the 2025 NHL Draft, where the Islanders came out as big winners. The guys assess the Noah Dobson trade and the extension for Alex Romanov. Overall, Brendan and Cole share their excitement for the future as the Isles...
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3: Schaefer Syndicate (Ft. Pizza Sports Guy)
We're On Isles Time! In episode two, Brendan Yerkes and Cole Healy are joined by X's Pizza Sports Guy, aka Rocco, to chat about Matthew Schaefer's game. Rocco stays on with the boys to give his perspective on the Isles draft strategy, with Brendan and Cole also giving their final thoughts on what...
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2: Defensive Logjam
We're On Isles Time! In episode two, Brendan Yerkes and Cole Healy discuss the rumblings from the NHL Draft Combine in Buffalo last weekend, with the Islanders being the center of attention. Next, the guys look at the current state of the team and who could potentially be moved after the Kyle...
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1: Welcome to the Darche Era
For the first time, we're On Isles time! In episode one, Brendan Yerkes and Cole Healy introduce themselves are their passion for the New York Islanders. The guys then close the book on Lou Lamoriello's tenure with the Islanders and react to Mathieu Darche's introudctory press conference after...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
On Isles Time is a New York Islanders podcast hosted by Brendan Yerkes and Cole Healy. On Isles Time will provide opinions, reactions, analysis, and discussion on everything surrounding New York Islanders hockey. Yerkes brings knowledge from assisting with Islanders coverage for The Hockey News, broadcasting local hockey for LI Sports Network, and playing for Hofstra University's Ice Hockey Team, along with being a lifelong fan of the Isles. Healy, also a lifelong Islanders fan, has played hockey for many years and closely follows the team. Thanks for joining us!
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