Are there any prospects that could push for time with the New York Islanders this season ?

With the 2024-25 season approaching and rookie camp just completed, are there any players in the New York Islanders system that could step up and get some minutes with the big club? While it might seem unlikely, with the roster intact, you never know how a season could play out. Trades, injuries, and waivers are all possibilities for why a player could garner some NHL time. 

Here are three players in the Islanders system who I think could get some NHL action this season. 

Liam Foudy

Foudy, a former first-round pick by the Columbus Blue Jackets, signed a two-way deal with the Isles this offseason and is still a young player with one elite asset - speed. At the age of 24, Foudy will be entering his fifth pro season. The Ontario, CAN native has struggled to play a full season in the NHL, having only done so once. If he could get going, he could be a speedy option for the Islanders' new-look bottom six. 

Alex Jefferies

Jefferies just finished his collegiate career and only got a taste of pro hockey in the AHL, so you probably think there’s no way he could be ready for the NHL. If you have the offensive touch that Jeffries holds, then he has a shot of being a call-up. The former fourth-round pick has great offensive ability, which transferred from college to the pros. Jeffries put up four goals and seven points in 12 AHL games. If Patrick Roy is looking for offensive scoring, Jeffries could easily be that guy if an injury occurs.