The Elmonters

The Elmonters: Path to the Islanders' Booth with Brendan Burke

Welcome back to The Elmonters Podcast. In this episode, Stefen Rosner is joined by New York Islanders play-by-play voice Brendan Burke for a detailed conversation about his path to the NHL broadcast booth.
Brendan walks through how he first discovered his interest in broadcasting and the early opportunities that helped him develop his style. He discusses the steps that led him from covering the AHL to being hired to join the Islanders broadcast team and eventually calling national games. Stefen and Brendan also get into the preparation and decision-making that goes into calling games on a big stage, and how Brendan approaches potential milestone moments on the air.
Another important part of the conversation is how Brendan manages his voice and maintains consistency over the long grind of an NHL season. He explains his approach to taking care of his voice.
 
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The Elmonters: Interview with Hudson Fasching

In this episode of The Elmonters, Stefen sits down with former New York Islanders forward Hudson Fasching to talk through the biggest moments of his career. From representing Team USA at the World Juniors, to making his NHL debut and scoring his first goal with the Buffalo Sabres, Fasching shares what those milestones meant to him. He opens up about his journey with the Islanders, earning an extension, and of course, the infamous “kick” goal against Buffalo that had fans and officials buzzing. A candid conversation with a player who’s battled, persevered, and carved out his place in the NHL.
 
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The Elmonters: Discussing the Islanders Prospect Pool with Cam Robinson

In this episode of The Elmonters, Stefen Rosner sits down with Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects for a deep dive into the New York Islanders’ prospect pool. The discussion highlights members of the 2025 draft class — Matthew Schaefer, Kaiden Aitcheson, Daniil Prokhorov, and Victor Eklund — as well as current Islanders prospects Cole Eiserman and Danny Nelson. Together, they break down development paths, playing styles, and what these players could mean for the future of the organization.
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Rosner’s Rink Wrap: Miraculous Comebacks Set Up Massive Game vs. Canadiens

The New York Islanders have won two straight games in come-from-behind fashion. Islanders beat reporter Stefen Rosner and David Kolb talk about both wins, the belief in the group, and how both wins have set the stage for a massive game against the Montreal Canadiens at UBS Arena on Thursday. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theelmonters.com/subscribe

The Elmonters: Thomas Hickey Reacts To Brock Nelson Trade; Franchise Direction

Following the Brock Nelson trade to Colorado, his former teammate and current MSG analyst Thomas Hickey joins Stefen Rosner to talk about the move, Kyle Palmieri's remaining on the island, the team's direction, the play of the depth defenseman, and more in this exclusive interview with The Elmonters. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theelmonters.com/subscribe

Rosner’s Rink Wrap: Rival Rangers Have Islanders Fading Fast In Wild-Card Race

The New York Islanders’ losing streak is up to four games after a devastating 5-1 loss to the New York Rangers on Tuesday night. On the latest Rosner’s Rink Wrap, Stefen Rosner dives into:* Scott Mayfield scratch decision* Adam Boqvist’s big game* Ilya Sorokin’s rough night* The Perunovich-Pulock pairing’s minus-4 performance* Standings dip* Trade Deadline chat This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theelmonters.com/subscribe

Rosner’s Rink Wrap: Dobson Switches Agents, Nelson’s Future & More

During this 4 Nations Face-Off Break, Stefen Rosner dives into the following:* What Noah Dobson switching agents means* Could Dobson be moved?* Latest on Brock Nelson & contract talks* What’s a fair Nelson deal?* The risk of Nelson playing at 4 Nations* What I’m hearing about a few other Islanders* Injury updates* Latest on Elias Pettersson and Islanders This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theelmonters.com/subscribe

Rosner’s Rink Wrap: Islanders Find A Way To Come Out Victorious Against Vegas

The Vegas Golden Knights allowed the fewest shots on goal in franchise history, yet the New York Islanders defeated them 2-1 at UBS Arena on Tuesday night. On the latest Rosner’s Rink Wrap, Stefen Rosner dives into:* Ilya Sorokin’s brilliant performance* Bo Horvat’s opening tally* A breakdown of Brock Nelson’s go-ahead goal* The final moments to secure the victory* The play of the new defensemen and how they’re affecting the offense* What comes next? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theelmonters.com/subscribe

Rosner’s Rink Wrap: Barzal Out Indefinitely, Takeaways From Florida & A Look Ahead

We are not sure what the New York Islanders have done to the hockey gods to upset them, but the hits keep coming. On the latest Rosner’s Rink Wrap, Stefen Rosner dives into the following:* Mathew Barzal being out indefinitely with a lower-body injury* More injury updates* How injuries affect trade deadline plans* Takeaways from their 6-3 loss to the Florida Panthers* Your questions This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theelmonters.com/subscribe

Rosner’s Rink Wrap: DeAngelo Gives Islanders Their Seventh Straight Win

In what was another gritty performance, the New York Islanders found a way to extend their winning streak to seven games after Tony DeAngelo scored in overtime for a 3-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning. On the latest Rosner’s Rink Wrap, Stefen Rosner dives into the following:* Breaking down the Islanders’ win* Latest injury updates from general manager Lou Lamoriello* Roy’s message to all three new defensemen* How the Islanders are able to keep winning despite an injury list as long as a CVS receipt* Look ahead to Sunday’s game against the Florida Panthers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theelmonters.com/subscribe