Season 4: Episode 2 Tomorrow at 5PM!

Be sure to tune into Hockey Night on Long Island tomorrow (10/9) at 5:00 PM EST as Steve will be joined by special guest Christian A (IslandersHockeyBlog.com). The two will talk about everything surrounding the New York Islanders, including a recap of the Home Opener and tonight's game vs. Ottawa, John Tavares' NHL debut, the Lighthouse Project and much more. Of course, call-in with Isles questions/comments and participate in the HNLI Chat Room on the episode page. The episode will conclude with a special segment with Kevin Rozell (ZellsPinstripeBlog.com) to analyze how the Rangers season has begun and provide some talk regarding the Yankees. Remember to tune in at the special time, tomorrow (Friday) at 5:00 PM EST. To listen, visit www.show.hockeynightonlongisland.com

UPDATE: Steve will be joined by Matt Kalman (TheBruinsBlog.net) at 5:40 PM to preview Saturday's matchup against the Boston Bruins!

Beggars Can't Be Choosers: The Dany Heatley Saga

In possibly the most intriguing storyline of the opening day of NHL Free Agency, Dany Heatley has refused to waive his no-movement clause to go to the Edmonton Oilers despite demanding a trade out of Ottawa. In an extremely unique situation, because Heatley was not traded before 12AM EST Tuesday, the Senators are contractually obligated to pay Heatley a $4 million bonus. Realistically speaking, this could very well increase what the Sens feel they need to compensate losing Heatley and ultimately could ruin any chance Heatley had at getting out of Ottawa.

Clearly, Heatley is not familiar with the old addage that "Beggars can't be choosers." Presumably, Heatley must've been pretty desperate to get out of Ottawa if he had to resort to demanding a trade. So, clearly Heatley shouldn't feel that he is in a position to pick and choose potential destinations. The Senators were much more accommodating than they needed to be in going out of their way to shop Heatley and they managed to find a suitor in Edmonton. Heatley does not have the right to say "I don't like Edmonton, try again." Beggars can't be choosers, and if Heatley really wants to leave Ottawa, he is certainly a beggar.

Afternoon HNLI Saturday

Be sure to tune into this weekend's episode of Hockey Night on Long Island with hosts Alex and Steve on Saturday at 3:30 PM EST. In the midst of a home and home with the Senators, the duo will be joined by two very special guests to discuss the Isles' first victory over the Sens, preview Saturday night's rematch, and discuss the latest in Islander Country. First, the guys will be joined by Mike Schuerlein of the Islanders Blog Box for analysis and discussion. Later on, we will be joined by an Ottawa Senators blogger for a reverse perspective on the back-to-back contests and for some inside info on the opposition. All throughout the episode, the guys will be taking calls, IMs, and hosting the HNLI chatroom. So be sure to tune in for your Saturday afternoon fill of hockey talk on HNLI @ 3:30 PM EST. To listen, click here: