This is Underdog Week at SB Nation, which, for an Islanders fan, is a daunting proposition. This team’s history is so rife with underdog moments and overcoming impossible odds that singling out one or two just doesn’t seem fair. We love discussing the ancient history and have covered the modern history as it has unfolded. So which do we look at for this special theme week?
How about all of it?
This is Part I of a two-installment look at the Islanders’ most memorable underdog moments. I’m sure I’ll leave a few off, but whether you’re a longtime fan that saw them happen or a new fan that wants to better understand this team’s history, this list is sure to make you marvel at how the Islanders have managed to make the impossible (or, at least, highly unlikely) possible.