Islanders’ Tony DeAngelo Honors Legendary Columnist Larry Brooks

LAS VEGAS – The hockey world mourns the loss of renowned columnist Larry Brooks, who passed away at the age of 75. Positive tributes poured in as Islanders defenseman Tony DeAngelo shared heartfelt messages on social media, expressing his sadness upon hearing the news.

A Personal Tribute to Larry Brooks

In a heartfelt post on X, DeAngelo wrote, "Very sad to hear about the passing of Larry Brooks. Nobody did the job like him. His opinions were strong, but he was always willing to say them to your face & let you have your say back. [We] became closer over the years, talking frequently about hockey. Will miss those talks."

Following the Islanders’ morning skate, DeAngelo elaborated in an interview with The Post on Brooks’ impact in the sport.

Insightful and Honest

• Tough but Fair: DeAngelo described Brooks as a tough critic, yet he was deeply supportive of players. "He was smart, up to date on everything. He knew about the CBA, what the GMs were doing, and what the coaches were doing," he said.
• Brutal Honesty: "My favorite thing about him was his honesty—he called it how he saw it. If you didn’t agree, you could tell him, and he could take it," DeAngelo added.

This connection between player and writer illustrates the mutual respect fostered through their shared passion for hockey.

Islanders Game Updates

In other news, the Islanders made a roster move by recalling defenseman Travis Mitchell from AHL Bridgeport. Scott Mayfield was placed on a non-roster designation as his family welcomed a new child.

Warmup Highlights

• Travis Mitchell: Skated in warmups wearing No. 38 but did not play in the game against the Golden Knights.
• Defense Lineup: Adam Boqvist joined Alexander Romanov on defense for the match.

Injury Updates

Forward Max Shabanov participated in the morning skate, wearing a regular practice jersey after previously being in a non-contact red one. Shabanov’s last game was on October 21 against San Jose due to an upper-body injury.

Coach Patrick Roy commented, "Obviously, we’d like to see him in a practice with contact to see how he feels. We’ll see how it goes, how it’s going to play out."

Upcoming Games and Player Focus

The Islanders are preparing for a matchup against the Mammoth in Salt Lake City. Backup goalie David Rittich is expected to start, with the Islanders boasting a 2-0 record in the second games of back-to-backs this season.

Ilya Sorokin’s Stellar Performance

Goaltender Ilya Sorokin made an impressive 26 saves in the recent game against the Golden Knights, securing a hard-fought 4-3 overtime victory.

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In this time of loss, the camaraderie among players and fans continues to shine bright, echoing the values that legends like Larry Brooks instilled within the sport.

Further Reading

• Learn more about Larry Brooks’ impactful career here.
• Discover insights on how the Islanders are preparing for future games here.

By sharing these stories, we honor the legacy of those who’ve shaped the sport while keeping fans engaged and informed about the latest happenings within the Islanders community.