The New York Islanders hope to continue their long climb back into playoff contention Friday night when they host the Arizona Coyotes in the opener of a seven-game homestand in Elmont, N.Y.
The Islanders' month-long losing streak overshadowed their unveiling of a long-awaited new arena and put them into a major hole in the standings. They are playing much better of late, however, and get a chance to go over the NHL versi
