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NY Islanders And Lighthouse Project Featured at Republican Roundtable

It was billed as the Republican Roundtable on Economic Development, Sports and Tourism on Long Island. It may as well have been called, “How Can the Lighthouse Project Help YOUR Business?” ...

Written by Dee Karl about 7 months ago 53 reads 0 comments
Scott Gordon and the New York Islanders: Playing for Pride...and Next Season

There is no "tanking" in Uniondale. The team that suits up for coach Scott Gordon plays to the best of their ability. After all, they want Gordon to see them as a perfect fit for his team next season...

Written by Dee Karl about 8 months ago 26 reads 0 comments
Islanders Joel Rechlicz: Making TOI Count

Saturday morning I was listening to an interview with Islanders ex-captain, Bill Guerin, on XM Home Ice. Although, he is doing well with the “guins” (as I actually heard their ...

Written by Dee Karl about 8 months ago 58 reads 0 comments
New York Islanders: The Journey of Sean Bergenheim

The Islanders drafted 18-year-old, Finnish Left Winger Sean Bergenheim in the 2002 Entry Draft with the 22nd pick. He was the face of the franchise’s future for about a nano-second...

Written by Dee Karl about 9 months ago 85 reads 1 comments
Garth Snow & Scott Gordon Discuss Comrie, Campoli Trade

I'm masquerading today as a reporter. I made my way to the morning skate and Garth Snow's press conference at 10:30 a.m. I felt I needed to be there. I haven't seen Snow in weeks, so I wanted to see how he was fairing during these troubled times...

Written by Dee Karl about 9 months ago 116 reads 0 comments
New York Islanders Launch Mobile Service; Updates Sent to Cell Phones

The New York Islanders have launched their new Mobile Squad text messaging service this week, and fan reactions have run the gamut...

Written by Dee Karl about 10 months ago 77 reads 1 comments
Why Can't the New York Isles "Build It"?

Spotlight on the Lighthouse It was a crisp clear day Thursday when I ventured to the EAB Plaza. I passed that lovely skating rink that was sadly closed and entered the beautiful Manhattan ...

Written by Dee Karl about 10 months ago 177 reads 4 comments
Maple Leafs Practice Through the Eyes of an Islanders Fan

And there I was again, sitting alone in the third row far away from the "real media" at the Coliseum on a Friday off from work...

Written by Dee Karl about 11 months ago 84 reads 1 comments
The International Brotherhood Of Hockey

It's Christmas morning and I'm living on four hours of sleep. My refrigerator is packed so tight with leftovers, you can't even see the light...

Written by Dee Karl about 11 months ago 58 reads 1 comments
Islanders-Wild: A "Wild" Loss in St. Paul for the NYI Islanders

This was one of my favorite photos from my brief stay in St. Paul in 2004. This was my view of the Mississippi River from my hotel room, two blocks away from the Excel Center...

Written by Dee Karl about 11 months ago 23 reads 1 comments
Fifteen Minutes With NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman

On Thursday, 11/20/08 I had the distinct pleasure of visiting not only the NHL store and the XM studio, but also the NHL executive office. I had been trying to schedule an interview with Mr...

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 48 reads 0 comments
Vote For Your Favorite NYI Fan Blogger Of '08

Who is the NY Islanders "best" (non-sponsored) fan blogger? We ALL are! But then again, contests are contests and people love to vote for their favorites. So here is your chance to let your Internet voice be heard...

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 108 reads 2 comments
Dina, The NY Islanders Arena Hostess

Let’s just call her the original Isle Candy, as she has been our Arena Hostess since 2002. As there has been much controversy on using beautiful women at sporting events to “enhance ...

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 465 reads 3 comments
On the Set with CJ Papa, NY Islanders Announcer

The hardest part about blogging is having the time to write everything I want to write. It kills me when I have such a great time doing something but don't have a chance to put it all out there until days later or even weeks...

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 402 reads 1 comments
Scott Gordon: New York Islanders Coach, Teacher on Ice

Okay, I'm a bad girl. I took a few hours for mental health reasons from work this morning. I went to Ice Works to watch Scott Gordon in action for the first time. I must say.....

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 383 reads 5 comments
NY Islanders Fan of "Few Words" -- SignGuy Speaks

He‘s as recognizable in the Coliseum as Sparky, and he smells better. His photo has popped up in some of the most reputable sports publications out there...

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 181 reads 1 comments
Hanson Brother Steve Carlson talking Trash about Hockey

Steve Carlson interview, Part 3. I’ve saved what I felt was the best for last. That’s what you’re supposed to do, right? Save desert for last, save your best wine for a special occasion...

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 275 reads 0 comments
Coaching the Coach: Hanson Brother remembers Scott Gordon the Goalie

The first in a series of a 3 part interview with Hockey Icon and funny man Steve Carlson. Taken from my NYI Blog Box 7th Woman blog. But I felt it was too good to not post here...

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 222 reads 0 comments
Scott Gordon Brings Less "Flash" and More "Faith" to the New York Islanders

Tonight is just more proof that I'm far from being a real "journalist." I can't work on deadline to save my life. It's now 7:52 pm, and I'm just sitting down to write this...

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 331 reads 1 comments
Garth Snow's Big Decision: Who Gets the New York Islanders' Coaching Job?

Wow! I didn’t really think the choice, or lack thereof, a new head coach for the New York Islanders would cause such a ruckus...

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 517 reads 3 comments
Bruno Gervais: Three-Year Extension for "Home Grown" Talent

How sad that I had to learn this great news first thing in the morning on my NYIC message board. I would have loved to have been able to wake up and find such happy news in my own e-mail inbox...

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 239 reads 1 comments
Olympic Dreams and Real World Fears

We interrupt my usual NYI Hockey Talk to bring you an unusual commentary. As I left the hotel in PA Tuesday morning, I grabbed the complimentary USA Today that was slipped under my door with the bill for almost $600...

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 223 reads 3 comments
New York Islanders: Draft Day '08 Bargain Shoppers?

I think I finally figured it out this morning—the reaction my dynasty die-hard husband has to Friday's events. He and his buddies whom I've heard from all feel the same way...

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 376 reads 0 comments
Islanders Illustrated on MSG Plus Premier 6-18-08

*Updated 7/26/08: Episode 2 of II is also very entertaining and well produced. The sit down with Islanders prospect Josh Bailey will quell any die-hard Islanders fans' dissapointment about moving down in the draft...

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 414 reads 1 comments
Wings— Pens Game 2: Memorial Day Fire Works?

As I get ready this morning for my Norman Rockwell style Memorial Day festivities, all I can think of is, I HAVE TO BE BACK BY 7:30 pm to watch Game Two! I've got the Memorial Day parade through ...

Written by Dee Karl about about 1 year ago 511 reads 0 comments

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Dee Karl Article Archive

NY Islanders And Lighthouse Project Featured at Republican Roundtable

Scott Gordon and the New York Islanders: Playing for Pride...and Next Season

Islanders Joel Rechlicz: Making TOI Count

New York Islanders: The Journey of Sean Bergenheim

Garth Snow & Scott Gordon Discuss Comrie, Campoli Trade

New York Islanders Launch Mobile Service; Updates Sent to Cell Phones

Why Can't the New York Isles "Build It"?

Maple Leafs Practice Through the Eyes of an Islanders Fan

The International Brotherhood Of Hockey

Islanders-Wild: A "Wild" Loss in St. Paul for the NYI Islanders

Fifteen Minutes With NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman

Vote For Your Favorite NYI Fan Blogger Of '08

Dina, The NY Islanders Arena Hostess

On the Set with CJ Papa, NY Islanders Announcer

Scott Gordon: New York Islanders Coach, Teacher on Ice

NY Islanders Fan of "Few Words" -- SignGuy Speaks

Hanson Brother Steve Carlson talking Trash about Hockey

Coaching the Coach: Hanson Brother remembers Scott Gordon the Goalie

Scott Gordon Brings Less "Flash" and More "Faith" to the New York Islanders

Garth Snow's Big Decision: Who Gets the New York Islanders' Coaching Job?

Bruno Gervais: Three-Year Extension for "Home Grown" Talent

Olympic Dreams and Real World Fears

New York Islanders: Draft Day '08 Bargain Shoppers?

Islanders Illustrated on MSG Plus Premier 6-18-08

Wings— Pens Game 2: Memorial Day Fire Works?

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