Islanders Anxiety - Episode 332 - Huge Aura Void

Mike and Dan react to the news that Lou Lamoriello has been let go by the Islanders and examine his legacy and possible replacements. Lamoriello was far from perfect as a general manager. He operated under his own set of old school rules and made mistakes in service of loyalty to players rather than making changes that would advance the team towards a Stanley Cup. But The Lou Lamoriello Experience is one we'll never forget, and it gave us some of the best seasons of our lives. We trusted Lou in ways we have rarely trusted anyone in this franchise and while the organization needs a change of direction, we'll miss certain things about him. They don't make them like Lou any more. In the second half, we look at some possible replacements, none of whom will probably happen. From old veterans to first timers to data nerds to lifes of the party, there's a wide range of choices that Islanders Operating Partner John Collins can make. And it's scary thinking about who that might be. But we're on the ride for the duration. To support Brian Compton in the Walk MS: Long Island 2025 on May 17, click here. Subscribe to our Patreon! Members get ad-free episodes of the shows, bonus podcasts, written posts and much more. Or follow us for free to get announcements and our weekly release calendar. Visit our friends: Vintage Ice Hockey for t-shirts, hoodies and jerseys with hundreds of classic hockey logos, as well as the full line of Islanders Anxiety merch. As always our portion of those sales go directly to the Center for Dementia Research. The Pinot Project has a Rosé, a Pinot Grigio and a Wine Enthusiast Best Buy Pinot Noir, all under $15 a bottle. Available at local wine stores and UBS Arena. Visit Lighthousehockey.com for the most up-to-date Islanders news and discussion. Islanders Anxiety podcasts are part of the Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Our theme is "Morning Haze" by Family Dinner. Hear more of their music on Spotify, including their new album "God Looks Out for Fools." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices