Back to the New York Islanders Newsfeed

Islanders: The Impact Of Potential Divisional Playoff Format

Aug 20, 2020; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Islanders goaltender Semyon Varlamov (40) meets with Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) following game five of the first round of the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

It appears like the most likely option for the playoffs in 2021 is divisional play. Here’s what that means for the Islanders.

According to Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic, there seems to be three thoughts when it comes to the NHL playoffs in 2021. The first, and most likely, is the divisional playoff format which we’ll discuss today and how it impacts the Islanders.