Friedman: Islanders Must Find Way To Keep Kyle Okposo In Fold
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No, we didn't get to see any championships -- although we got pretty close -- but history was made and there was as much drama as ever.
Defenseman Francois Beauchemin scored twice, including the tiebreaking goal late in the third period, Semyon Varlamov stopped 33 shots and the Colorado Avalanche beat the New York Islanders 2-1.
Taking a look at who's hot and who's not on the local sports landscape.
Kristaps Porzingis has a chance to be the first Knicks' Rookie of the Year since Mark Jackson (1987-88). He'd be joining some impressive company on the local sports scene, too.
A fight at a recent hockey game didn't happen on the ice. Fans said security at the Barclays Center overreacted, and they claim it's a symptom of a larger issue.
The Florida Panthers had two more shots on goal in the first period Tuesday night than the hundreds of Brooklyn-bound fans whose trip to the Barclays Center was delayed or cancelled entirely.
The Islanders won their third straight and their seventh in eight. The run has pushed them into second place in the Metropolitan Division.
Right winger Kyle Okposo scored two goals, including the overtime winner, to lead the New York Islanders to a 3-2 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night in Nationwide Arena.
We're nearing the 30-game mark, and a quick glance at the standings shows the Islanders in a good spot. But they have some glaring issues that need to be addressed.
Chanukah is all about celebrating miracles, both past and present (no pun intended), and we've had quite a few of those on the NY sports scene in 2015.
He's arguably one of the three or four best players on the planet, but of late John Tavares has looked pedestrian. Why? It could be a combination of things.
Taking a look at who's hot and who's not on the local sports landscape.
The New York Islanders extended their point streak to eight games by taking down the Philadelphia Flyers 4-3 in a shootout at the Wells Fargo Center on Tuesday night.
Defenseman Erik Karlsson took a pass from winger Bobby Ryan to score the overtime winner and the Ottawa Senators came from behind to defeat the New York Islanders 3-2 on Saturday night at Canadian Tire Centre.
Luis Torrens hit a three-run homer and matched his career high with five RBIs as the Mets beat the Phillies 13-3 on Monday night.
Ben Rice hit the longest homer of his career, Cody Bellinger had three RBIs and rookie Cam Schlittler worked six scoreless innings as the Yankees beat the Nationals 10-5 Monday night.
Even at age 45, Venus Williams displayed some big serves and powerful groundstrokes at the U.S. Open on Monday night.
On Monday, Fairfield National, the Metro Region champions, was welcomed back home after an incredibly impressive season.
President Donald Trump posted over the weekend that former Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees pitcher Roger Clemens should be added to the National Baseball Hall of Fame immediately.
US Open 2025 is underway with the biggest names in tennis in NYC. From Jannik Sinner to Coco Gauff, here's who to watch.
Daniil Medvedev's US Open match against Benjamin Bonzi was delayed Sunday night after a photographer entered the court on match point.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Trent Grisham each hit two home runs and the Yankees beat the Red Sox 7-2 on Sunday night to prevent a four-game sweep.
Kerwin Vargas scored a goal in the 30th minute, and Charlotte FC beat the Red Bulls 1-0 on Sunday night to extend the longest win streak in MLS this season.
The NYC DOT is reinstating dozens of free parking spots on Manhattan's Upper West Side after they were suddenly changed to metered spaces.
Metro-North riders are facing delays on the New Haven Line, and LIRR service is partially suspended on the Port Jefferson Branch.
A family in Queens Village says their missing dog, Blaze, was found safe, but what happened next left them devastated.
Even at age 45, Venus Williams displayed some big serves and powerful groundstrokes at the U.S. Open on Monday night.
New York City health officials are investigating cases of Legionnaires' disease at an apartment building in the Bronx.
On Monday, Fairfield National, the Metro Region champions, was welcomed back home after an incredibly impressive season.
Parents can prepare for end-of-the-summer challenges, like anxiety over the first day of school, earlier bedtimes and cellphone bans.
The town of Fairfield will throw a parade Monday to celebrate the Little League team's World Series run.
NYC's Office of Emergency Management issued a warning for life-threatening rip currents through 8 p.m. Sunday.
The boys are advancing to the U.S. world championship round this weekend, and fans in the community are eager to watch and cheer on their very own.
Police in Newark, N.J. are investigating how a 7-year-old got ahold of a gun and shot himself Monday.
Parents can prepare for end-of-the-summer challenges, like anxiety over the first day of school, earlier bedtimes and cellphone bans.
A boil water advisory is still in effect as people in the city once again deal with the frustrations of a water main break.
The Passaic Valley Water Commission says there is no estimated timeframe for repairs after a 42-inch water main broke in Paterson.
NYC's Office of Emergency Management issued a warning for life-threatening rip currents through 8 p.m. Sunday.
Metro-North riders are facing delays on the New Haven Line, and LIRR service is partially suspended on the Port Jefferson Branch.
The Calverton property owner says it's organic compost, but neighbors worry the stench engulfing their homes is from toxic trash.
Parents can prepare for end-of-the-summer challenges, like anxiety over the first day of school, earlier bedtimes and cellphone bans.
NYC's Office of Emergency Management issued a warning for life-threatening rip currents through 8 p.m. Sunday.
Thursday night's tidal flooding may be in part to blame for a large fire at a Long Island marina that destroyed a restaurant and several boats.
President Trump said Monday he has fired Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors — a dramatic move after months of public attacks against the central bank.
New York eliminated cash bail for misdemeanors and nonviolent felonies in 2019, but public outcry forced Gov. Kathy Hochul to push through several reforms.
Ex-Mexican cartel leader Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada Garcia pleaded guilty Monday to federal charges related to his role as a co-founder of the Sinaloa Cartel.
The moves are a part of President Trump's ongoing federal anti-crime crackdown.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia was taken into custody Monday by immigration authorities and the Department of Homeland Security said he is being processed for deportation to Uganda.
New York City health officials are investigating cases of Legionnaires' disease at an apartment building in the Bronx.
Parents can prepare for end-of-the-summer challenges, like anxiety over the first day of school, earlier bedtimes and cellphone bans.
A Hudson County resident who tested positive for measles used public transit while potentially infectious, health officials say.
Two other possible cases of West Nile virus are under investigation in Brooklyn.
It's the latest of several lawsuits related to the Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
Around 5:50 a.m., LAPD officers responded to Ventura Boulevard and Vineland Avenue for a man walking in the street.
Tennis legend Serena Williams is sharing her journey with weight loss drugs, saying she's lost 31 pounds in 8 months using GLP-1s.
It's leading to a larger conversation on safety and etiquette.
Tickets are on sale now for the fall edition of NYC Broadway Week 2025, when select shows offer two tickets for the price of one.
Luis Torrens hit a three-run homer and matched his career high with five RBIs as the Mets beat the Phillies 13-3 on Monday night.
Ben Rice hit the longest homer of his career, Cody Bellinger had three RBIs and rookie Cam Schlittler worked six scoreless innings as the Yankees beat the Nationals 10-5 Monday night.
Even at age 45, Venus Williams displayed some big serves and powerful groundstrokes at the U.S. Open on Monday night.
On Monday, Fairfield National, the Metro Region champions, was welcomed back home after an incredibly impressive season.
President Donald Trump posted over the weekend that former Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees pitcher Roger Clemens should be added to the National Baseball Hall of Fame immediately.
Brighton Beach has one of New York City's largest elderly populations, supported by local organizations and volunteers.
Thursday night's tidal flooding may be in part to blame for a large fire at a Long Island marina that destroyed a restaurant and several boats.
The city-owned section of the BQE would cost billions to fix, with construction not expected to begin until 2029.
The state says the move will expand protections for swimming and fishing to more than 90% of New York City's waterways.
New York City's tallest subway station will receive long-awaited elevators as part of the MTA's $68 billion capital plan.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The DOT is reinstating dozens of free parking spots on Manhattan's Upper West Side after they were suddenly changed to metered spaces.
The MTA says a maintenance vehicle is disabled on the Metro-North tracks in Woodlawn, and crews are responding to downed wires on the LIRR tracks in Hicksville.
Police in Newark, N.J. are investigating how a 7-year-old got ahold of a gun and shot himself Monday.
As college students head back to campus, universities across the country are dealing with a wave of hoaxes involving mass shootings. The latest happened Monday at the University of Arkansas.
The latest water main break in Paterson, New Jersey left thousands of customers without service. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has an update.
