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Islanders forward Kyle Palmieri out six-to-eight months with knee injury

Islanders forward Kyle Palmeiri will be out six-to-eight months with a knee injury that will require surgery

NOVEMBER 29 • Associated Press

Islanders announce devastating update on Romanov after Rantanen hit. Islanders confirm the worst case scenario for Alexander Romanov.

NOVEMBER 24 • HOCKEYFEED.COM

Horvat, Palmieri score in shootout to back Rittich in Islanders' 1-0 victory over Kraken

Bo Horvat kept New York alive in the third round of a shootout and Kyle Palmieri scored in the fourth to back David Rittich in the Islanders’ 1-0 victory over the Seattle Kraken on...

NOVEMBER 24 • Associated Press

Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov out 5 to 6 months after shoulder surgery

New York Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov will be out for five to six months following surgery on his right shoulder

NOVEMBER 23 • Associated Press

Stars forward Mikko Rantanen gets automatic 1-game suspension over 2nd ejection in 3 games

The NHL has issued an automatic one-game suspension to Mikko Rantanen after the Dallas Stars forward’s second major penalty and ejection for boarding in a span of three games

NOVEMBER 23 • Associated Press

Likely out for season Romanov (shoulder) will have surgery and be out 5-6 months, the team announced Sunday.

Impact Barring a deep playoff run from the Islanders, this in effect ends Romanov's season. The 25-year-old was hit from behind by Mikko Rantanen, who was ejected from Tuesday's game for the hit. Romanov had one assist in 15 games while averaging 19:27 of ice time per night this season with a minus-7 rating, 31 hits and 31 blocked shots.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Out long-term Romanov (shoulder) will have surgery and be out 5-6 months, the team announced Sunday.

Impact Barring a deep playoff run from the Islanders, this in effect ends Romanov's season. The 25-year-old was hit from behind by Mikko Rantanen, who was ejected from game because of it. He had one assist in 15 games during his 19:27 of ice time per night this season with a minus-7 rating, 31 hits and 31 blocked shots.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

After avoiding suspension, Mikko Rantanen responds to controversy with goal of the year candidate After dodging supplemental discipline for a dangerous hit on Alexander Romanov, Rantanen made a statement on the ice with a jaw-dropping goa...

NOVEMBER 21 • HOCKEYFEED.COM

Placed on IR Romanov (upper body) was designated for injured reserve Wednesday, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports.

Impact Given the force at which Romanov collided with the boards after a hit from behind courtesy of Mikko Rantanen, it would have been quite the surprise to see Romanov avoid missing any time. With the move to IR, the 25-year-old defenseman will be sidelined at least the next three games, though it could certainly be longer.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Islanders' Patrick Roy eviscerates Mikko Rantanen for vicious hit on Alexander Romanov The Islanders were left shaken by Mikko Rantanen’s hit on Alexander Romanov.

NOVEMBER 19 • NYPOST.COM

Islanders' concern for injured Romanov after scary boards collision overshadows tense win vs. Stars

The New York Islanders were more concerned about the condition of teammate Alexander Romanov after a tense 3-2 win over the Dallas Stars that added another statement victory to a r...

NOVEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Bo Horvat gets 13th goal before ejection for Islanders in 3-2 win over Stars after tense finish

Bo Horvat scored his 13th goal of the season in the second period before being ejected for high-sticking in the third, and the New York Islanders held on tight for a 3-2 victory ov...

NOVEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Sustains injury late in game Romanov (upper body) was injured in the third period of Tuesday's game versus the Stars, and there was no update on his status after the contest, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

Impact Romanov didn't require hospitalization after getting smashed into the board by Mikko Rantanen, but his status beyond that isn't known. The 25-year-old Romanov missed five games earlier in the year with an upper-body injury. If he misses additional time, Adam Boqvist will likely enter the lineup, though the Islanders could also call up a left-shot defenseman from AHL Bridgeport to maintain balance on the blue line.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 19 • YOUTUBE

Plucks first apple Romanov notched an assist in Friday's 3-2 overtime win over the Mammoth.

Impact The helper was Romanov's first point of the season. The defenseman was slowed by an upper-body injury earlier in the campaign, which cost him five games. He's produced one assist, 12 shots on net, 25 hits, 26 blocked shots and a minus-6 rating over 13 appearances. The emergence of rookie Matthew Schaefer has meant fewer minutes for Romanov, who will mostly function as a shutdown blueliner.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Isles Day to Day: Romanov Returns, Barzal Out Vs Hurricanes | New York Islanders Alexander Romanov will make his return to the lineup after missing five games, while Mathew Barzal is out of the lineup

OCTOBER 30 • NHL.COM

Returning to action Thursday Romanov (upper body) will return to the lineup for Thursday's game against Carolina, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

Impact Romanov was sidelined since mid-October due to his upper-body injury, but he's been cleared to return following a five-game absence. Over Romanov's first four appearances of the season, he recorded no points, 15 hits, 12 blocked shots, four PIM and a minus-3 rating while averaging 18:12 of ice time.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Injured Alexander Romanov planning to return during Islanders' road trip The noncontact jersey Romanov wore was a bit of a misnomer; for all intents and purposes, he was a full participant, including blocking shot...

OCTOBER 28 • NYPOST.COM

Won't play Tuesday Romanov (upper body) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Boston but will travel with the Islanders during their upcoming three-game road trip and is expected to play at s...

Impact Romanov has missed the last four games due to his upper-body injury, but he's drawing closer to a return. While he'll be unavailable for at least one more matchup, he'll likely be able to suit up Thursday against Carolina or Friday against Washington. Adam Boqvist and Marshall Warren have filled in on the Islanders' blue line in Romanov's absence.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Isles Day-to-Day: Romanov Placed on Injured Reserve | New York Islanders Alexander Romanov was placed on injured reserve with an upper-body injury, retroactive to Oct. 16. Romanov will miss his third straight game...

OCTOBER 23 • NHL.COM

Placed on injured reserve Romanov (upper body) was designated for injured reserve Thursday.

Impact Romanov was placed on IR retroactive to Oct. 16, so he can technically be activated as soon as he is ready to play -- though he has already been ruled out for the next two games at least. With the available roster spot, the Isles figure to bring up some emergency depth on the blue line -- most likely Isaiah George.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Not close to returning Romanov (upper body) is expected to miss at least two more games, per Andrew Gross of Newsday on Wednesday.

Impact Romanov has already missed two games due to the injury, and it seems the earliest he could potentially return is Tuesday in Boston. When Romanov is healthy, he might serve on the Sabres' third pairing -- Adam Boqvist is occupying that role in his absence.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against San Jose Romanov (upper body) will not be in the lineup versus the Sharks on Tuesday, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports.

Impact Romanov was deemed a game-time decision Monday, and it's unclear if he's suffered a setback since he was ruled out well before puck drop. Adam Boqvist will remain in the lineup Tuesday because of Romanov's absence. The Russian blueliner's next chance to suit up will be at home against the Red Wings on Thursday.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Tuesday Romanov (upper body) will be a game-time decision against the Sharks on Tuesday, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports.

Impact Romanov was working on the third pairing at Monday's practice alongside Tony DeAngelo, which is a good indication that Romanov will be ready Tuesday. The 25-year-old blueliner is stilling looking for his first point of the season after having been held off the scoresheet in his opening four contests.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Isles Day-to-Day: Romanov Practices | New York Islanders Alexander Romanov rejoins Isles practice, lines and more

OCTOBER 20 • NHL.COM

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