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Islanders fans won’t admit it yet, but this core might have another run in it

The New York Islanders could have one more fantastic playoff run in them, however fans aren't quite buying the hype yet.

New York Islanders fans could be in for a tremendous season in 2025-26. | Bruce Bennett/GettyImages

The New York Islanders had an offseason for the ages. The club landed Matthew Schaefer with the top overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. The Isles also walked away with two more first-rounders poised to be major pieces in the team’s future.

While the Islanders dealt blue liner Noah Dobson, the return included the two first-round picks and forward prospect Emil Heineman.