MIKE REILLY NEWS

Still planning to return in 2024-25 Reilly (chest) has been skating and working out and intends to return by the end of the season.

Impact Reilly doesn't have a firm timeline to return, but that's not a surprise given the nature of his absence, which is due to a heart condition. The defenseman will likely need to ramp up carefully over a long period of time and probably won't be back before late February at the earliest.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Shifted to long-term IR Reilly (chest) was moved to long-term injured reserve Tuesday, per Stefen Rosner of NHL.com.

Impact Considering Reilly is out indefinitely due to a heart condition, the move shouldn't come as a surprise. The Isles will get some relief from the veteran blueliner's $1.25 million cap hit, though he is still expected to return at some point this season. Through 11 games this year, the Chicago native failed to register a point while recording 15 shots, four blocks and three hits.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Set to undergo heart procedure Reilly will undergo a procedure on his heart Tuesday and will be sidelined indefinitely.

Impact Reilly had been dealing with a concussion recently, and even though he's been cleared from that issue, he'll miss time due to his heart condition. The condition was discovered when he underwent routine testing as part of his concussion recovery. General manager Lou Lamoriello said Monday that Reilly's recovery process from his procedure could take several months, but the defenseman is expected to be able to play again at some point.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shifts to IR Reilly (upper body) was designated for injured reserve Wednesday, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports.

Impact The news shouldn't come as a surprise after Reilly was ruled out indefinitely Saturday due to his upper-body injury. Despite averaging 1:59 of ice time with the man advantage this season, the 31-year-old blueliner has yet to register a point this season in 11 appearances. At this point, Reilly's offensive upside doesn't warrant stashing him in season-long formats even if you have an available IR spot.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out indefinitely The Islanders announced Saturday that Reilly (upper body) is out indefinitely.

Impact The Islanders are still calling it an upper-body injury, though it appears to be a concussion. Reilly has missed the last three games and was without a point in 11 games before the injury. Grant Hutton has taken his spot on the blue line.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Sens Reilly (concussion) will be unavailable against Ottawa on Thursday after missing the game-day skate, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

Impact Considering Reilly had yet to register a point in 11 games this season, few fantasy players are likely going to be impacted by his continued absence. Still, the 31-year-old blueliner was a 20-plus point producer last year while dishing out 47 hits and 57 blocks in 59 regular-season contests. Without Reilly in the lineup, Dennis Cholowski and Grant Hutton will make up the third pairing.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Tuesday Reilly (upper body) won't be in the lineup Tuesday against Pittsburgh, per Stefen Rosner of NHL.com.

Impact Reilly is still day-to-day and will miss his second straight game. He hasn't earned a point in 11 games this campaign but has provided 15 shots on goal, four blocked shots and three hits. With Reilly, Alexander Romanov (upper body) and Adam Pelech (jaw) unavailable to play against the Penguins, the Islanders' defense corp will feature Dennis Cholowski, Grant Hutton and Isaiah George, who makes his NHL debut following his recall from AHL Bridgeport on Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still deemed day-to-day Reilly (upper body) remains day-to-day ahead of Tuesday's game against the Penguins, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports.

Impact Reilly continues to deal with an upper-body injury that forced him to miss Sunday's game against the Rangers, and it's unclear whether he'll be available Tuesday. If he's forced to sit out again, Grant Hutton and Samuel Bolduc are candidates to see playing time for the Islanders.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Rangers Reilly (upper body) won't play Saturday against the Rangers, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports.

Impact Reilly was deemed day-to-day after suffering an injury in Friday's win over Buffalo, though he'll now miss at least one game. With Reilly out, either Grant Hutton or Samuel Bolduc figure to fill in on a depleted Islanders' blueline.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed day-to-day Reilly (upper body) is day-to-day after being injured in Friday's 4-3 win over Buffalo, the team announced Saturday.

Impact Reilly hasn't earned a point in 11 outings while contributing 15 shots goal, four blocked shots and three hits this season. He didn't participate in Saturday's practice, per Andrew Gross of Newsday, which doesn't bode well for his availability for Sunday's matchup versus the Rangers. Due to injuries to Reilly, Alexander Romanov (upper body) and Adam Pelech (face), the Islanders could insert Samuel Bolduc and Grant Hutton into the lineup for Sunday's game.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Friday Reilly sustained an upper-body injury when he hit his head following a hit in Friday's game versus the Sabres, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports.

Impact Reilly will obviously be checked for a concussion. He needed assistance to get off the ice but was available to avoid being stretchered off. In the likely event Reilly misses time, Dennis Cholowski would enter the lineup and Ryan Pulock could see more power-play time.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No-show on scoresheet Reilly has not recorded a point through 10 games this season.

Impact Reilly has filled in as a top-four option since Alexander Romanov (upper body) exited the lineup, but it hasn't helped him offense. The 31-year-old Reilly has 15 shots on net, three hits, four blocked shots, two PIM and a plus-1 rating this season. He's averaged 16:35 of ice time per game, including 2:06 on the power play, so he should continue to get looks after racking up 24 points in 61 regular-season outings between the Islanders and Panthers in 2023-24.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes one-year deal Reilly inked a one-year, $1.25 million contract with the Islanders on Monday, Arthur Staple of The Athletic reports.

Impact Reilly was picked up off waivers by the Isles back in late November and went on to play in 59 regular-season contests for the club. Along the way, the veteran blueliner notched six goals and 18 assists, crossing the 20-point threshold for just the second time in his career.

JULY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records helper Reilly recorded an assist in Monday's 5-3 loss to Carolina.

Impact Reilly's assist came late into the first period centering a pass to Kyle Palmieri in the slot to put the Islanders up 1-0. The 30-year-old recorded 16:50 of ice time to go along with two blocked shots. He will likely be on the third defensive pairing with Robert Bortuzzo heading into game three.

APRIL 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pockets helper Reilly logged an assist in Saturday's 2-0 win over the Predators.

Impact Reilly has two helpers over his last five contests. The 30-year-old continues to see steady bottom-four usage, and he's provided decent offense in that role for the Islanders. He's at 20 points, 118 shots on net, 55 blocked shots and a minus-3 rating through 56 appearances this season between the Islanders and the Panthers.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Registers assist in win Reilly notched an assist, two shots on goal and a plus-2 rating in Sunday's 6-1 win over the Ducks.

Impact The helper was Reilly's third over the last six games. He continues to provide solid depth offense from a third-pairing role. The defenseman is up to 16 points over 40 contests with the Islanders after opening the year scoreless in two outings for the Panthers. Reilly also has 39 hits, 41 blocked shots, 88 shots on net and a minus-2 rating.

MARCH 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hands out helper Reilly logged an assist, three hits and three blocked shots in Thursday's 6-2 win over the Lightning.

Impact Reilly has a helper in each of the last two contests. It appears Reilly is gaining traction to stay in the lineup under new head coach Patrick Roy -- the 30-year-old blueliner has been in the lineup for four of the Islanders' six games since Roy took over. Reilly has 11 points, 66 shots on net, 28 hits, 31 blocked shots and a minus-9 rating through 30 outings between the Islanders and the Panthers this season, so he's unlikely to have much utility in fantasy.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up assist in win Reilly notched an assist and four shots on goal in Mondays' 3-2 win over the Maple Leafs.

Impact Reilly's playing time slipped in late January, as he was scratched for three of the Islanders' last five games before the All-Star break. With Adam Pelech healthy after an injury scare before the break, Reilly was on the third pairing and will likely have to fend off Samuel Bolduc and Sebastian Aho for playing time. Reilly has 10 points, 66 shots on net, 25 hits, 28 blocked shots and a minus-10 rating through 29 appearances between the Islanders and the Panthers this season.

FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Reilly scored a goal on a team-high six shots in Thursday's 5-1 victory over Arizona.

Impact Reilly extended the Islanders' lead to 2-0 midway through the first period, firing a wrist shot over the blocker of Connor Ingram. It's Reilly's third goal of the season and his first point in five games. Overall, the 30-year-old blueliner has eight points (three goals, five assists) through 18 games with the Islanders, as he continues to see time on the third pairing and second power-play unit with both Ryan Pulock (lower body) and Adam Pelech (upper body) on long-term IR.

JANUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goal, assist in OT loss Reilly tallied a goal and an assist in Tuesday's 5-4 overtime loss to San Jose.

Impact Reilly extended New York's lead to 3-1 with a shorthanded tally in the third period before setting up Ryan Pulock on the power play later in the frame. It's the first two points of the season for Reilly, who's played four games with the Islanders since he was claimed off waivers from the Panthers on Nov. 25. The 30-year-old blueliner should continue to skate on the Islanders' third defensive pairing and second power-play unit while Adam Pelech (upper body) and Sebastian Aho (upper body) remain sidelined. Reilly recorded one assist in 10 games with the Bruins last season.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Claimed off waivers The Islanders claimed Reilly off waivers from Florida on Saturday.

Impact Reilly was credited with seven shots on goal and three blocked shots in two appearances with the Panthers this season. He could be an option to play for the Islanders on Saturday versus Philadelphia because of injuries to Adam Pelech (upper body) and Sebastian Aho (lower body).

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on waivers The Panthers placed Reilly on waivers Friday, according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

Impact Reilly saw action in only two of the Panthers 19 games and with Brandon Montour and Aaron Ekblad back in action, it's no surprise that Reilly is no longer needed on the roster. Expect Reilly to be sent to the minors, if he passes through waivers.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Awaiting chance to play Reilly has been a healthy scratch in Florida's first seven games of the 2023-24 season.

Impact Reilly has been serving as the seventh defenseman on the Panthers' roster. He played in only 10 games with Boston during the 2022-23 campaign, earning one assist, 12 shots on net, 10 blocked shots and 21 hits. It's unclear when he will get the opportunity to make his Florida debut. Reilly signed a one-year, $1 million deal with the Panthers in July.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Florida Reilly signed a one-year, $1 deal with the Panthers on Saturday, per Darren Dreger of TSN.

Impact Reilly will head to Florida after he was bought out by the Bruins on Friday. The 29-year-old blueliner played just 10 games last season, tallying an assist, though he did average 1:02 of power-play time. Reilly should compete for a bottom-pairing role with the Panthers heading into the 2023 season,

JULY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Put on unconditional waivers Reilly will be bought out by the Bruins on Friday after he was placed on unconditional waivers, Chris Johnston of TSN reports.

Impact Reilly signed a three-year, $9 million contract two seasons ago, but he spent most of the 2022-23 campaign in the AHL, playing 36 games with Providence. He managed 10 games at the NHL level with Boston, picking up one assist. Reilly will save the Bruins $2,666,666 in salary cap space this season, costing them $1,333,334 in 2024-25 in dead cap space.

JUNE 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE