# BLOCKED: New York Islanders Roster Glut May PREVENT Victor Eklund From CLAIMING Top 9 Spot

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Podcast: [Locked On Islanders - Daily Podcast On The New York Islanders](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-islanders-daily-podcast-on-the-new-york-islanders-1034523)
Published: 2026-08-24T04:20:00+00:00
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The New York Islanders face a crowded forward battle as prospects push to crack the top lines. Can Victor Eklund’s scoring potential and Matthew Schaefer’s sophomore surge help the Islanders break free from mediocrity and finally become a consistent contender rather than a fringe playoff team?

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