Mike and Dan recap the Islanders opening night win over Buffalo and the loss of Ross Johnston, and debut a new bit, “Master Leaf Theatre.”
The victory over the Sabres, the Islanders’ first win in an at-home opener in almost 30 years, had some great performances and some spotty ones, but as far as season opening games go, was very satisfying. Bo Horvat didn’t get on the scoresheet, but his game and acclimation to Long Island over the summer bodes well for the future.
In the second half, the hosts discuss the loss of Ross Johnston on waivers to the Anaheim Ducks and how he was an Islanders Legend in his way.