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The Islanders are on a 4-1 stretch, and Matt Watling is happy with the team's defense, but not so happy with Lane Lambert's usage of Aatu Raty. Also on the show, why a .500 road trip is not good enough, Puck Headlines and Best Bets for a Thursday slate.

With a chance to end the road trip 2-1-2, Matt accepts the Islanders' ability to tread water on the five-game trip. Also, Stefen Rosner of NYI Hockey Now joins the show to chat about his favorite media dinners, Mullet Arena, Ilya Sorokin's recent play and more. Plus, Matt's locks are back!

Ilya Sorokin has struggled through his last four games, and Matt tries to make sense of it. Also on the show, how the Isles' recent stretch has left fans wanting more, Bo Horvat to the Islanders and Puck Headlines. Plus, Matt's red-hot Best Bets!

After a brief hiatus, Matt is back to break down the Islanders' horrid defense and why the NHL should've given the Vezina to Ilya Sorokin yesterday. Also on the show, Puck Headlines, which teams are most likely to fall out of their current playoff spots, Best Bets and more!

The Islanders' comeback win over Columbus kept Matt satisfied despite being shut out 2-0 by the Coyotes. Matt addresses the Islanders' offense and if it can keep pace as a top-5 unit in the NHL. Also on the show, Greg Wyshynski of ESPN joins Matt to chat about the Islanders, the Metro division and Taco Bell. Plus, Top 5-Bottom 5, Matt's red-hot picks and more!

The Islanders came back from down 3-1 in back-to-back games, but is that a good thing? Matt breaks down the last week of play, including historic wins vs. the Flames and Rangers. Also on the show, a trip around the NHL with Puck Headlines and Top 5, Bottom 5, plus the week ahead provides the Islanders a chance to truly dominate the opposition.