Islanders unveil third jersey design featuring lighthouse logo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The New York Islanders announced their third jersey design for the 2027-28 season, featuring a navy blue color scheme and the classic lighthouse shoulder patch logo. Despite Mat Barzal not favoring the choice, the jersey seeks to enhance the team's identity during a quiet summer period. The designer of the jersey will be honored during its debut. Additionally, NHL expansion in Texas is anticipated by the 2029-30 season, with potential cities being Austin or Houston, according to Bill Daly. Other topics of interest include Nikita Kucherov's upcoming contract negotiations and Elvis Merzlikins undergoing shoulder surgery with an uncertain return timeline.
- •Islanders' third jersey features a navy blue design and lighthouse logo.
- •Mat Barzal will wear the new jersey despite personal preferences.
- •Texas NHL expansion is slated for as early as the 2029-30 season.
- •Nikita Kucherov faces complex contract discussions following his Hart-winning season.
- •Elvis Merzlikins has shoulder surgery, with a return timeline currently unknown.
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Islanders News: Navy and light(house)
"It wasn’t Mat Barzal’s top choice, but he’ll have to wear it anyway because we said so. The Islanders’ attempt to fill the quiet summer month of August with something succeeded with the announcement that the navy blue design with the old lighthouse shoulder patch logo is their third jersey for the season after next. […]
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