NEW YORK -- The New York Islanders' playoff run is helping boost season-ticket sales for their new arena, scheduled to open next year.
The Islanders beat the Florida Panthers in the qualifying round, then advanced past the Atlantic Division-rival Washington Capitals in the first round. Now, the Isles lead the Philadelphia Flyers 1-0 in the Eastern Conference semifinals. The team reports 80% of its season tickets for 2021-22, the inaugural season at UBS Arena at Belmont Park, have already been sold.
"The unprecedented demand for season tickets adds a new level of excitement about the team," Islanders co-owner Jon Ledecky said in a statement.