A long-time NHL forward has been named captain of the New York Islanders, marking the franchise’s 16th captain in its history. The player, originally drafted by another team in 2013, previously led that club as captain from 2019 to 2023 before joining the Islanders. His appointment comes after a career spanning multiple teams, including a notable tenure as Vancouver’s captain. The move highlights his leadership experience and continuity in a key role for the organization.

The New York Islanders have announced that the team has named Bo Horvat the 16th captain in franchise history. Having originally been selected by the Canucks ninth overall in the 2013 NHL Draft, this is the second team Horvat has worn the ‘C’ with, his first iteration being the 14th captain of Vancouver from 2019-2023 […]