Many times, when children are asked who their heroes are, plenty respond with their favorite professional athlete. While athletes can be terrific role models, the real heroes are those who defend their country every day. For one of the newest NY Islanders prospects, Luke Rowe, he is auspicious enough to say he's both.
Rowe, 27, a native of Succasunna, NJ, signed a one-year contract with the Bridgeport Islanders for the 2025-26 season, spending the last two seasons with the Ontario Reign, the AHL affiliate of the LA Kings.
Luke Rowe will be completing his military service after his hockey career
Before turning professional, Rowe played five years with the Air Force Academy, serving as the Falcons' captain for three seasons.