New York Islanders vs. New York Rangers: Oct 6, 2026

Barzal is not expected to skate for two weeks after aggravating a previous knee injury, the team announced Wednesday.

Aitcheson is expected to make an effort to begin the regular season with the Islanders, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports Monday.

Korpisalo will have to earn the backup job ahead of Opening Night against the Bruins, Mollie Walker of the New York Post reports Wednesday.

The Rangers are going to test different roles for Dorofeyev over training camp to determine his best fit, Mollie Walker of the New York Post reports Wednesday.