It seems the preseason negativity has only bolstered New York Islanders fans, as the Isles return to the postseason for the first time in three seasons. And the first time at the Nassau Coliseum since 2015. The Barn is as loud as it has ever been.
The hockey experts prognostications inspired both team and fan. The doubters failed to realize the power of ‘team.’ The strength of determination. The energy that 13,917 frenzied fans can provide to a group that feeds off it.
In Game 2 the Nassau Coliseum faithful did not disappoint.
Pre Game
It is Nassau Coliseum tradition that a crowd gathers for the pre-game skate.