Islanders' Playoff Curse: How Long Can NY's Series Drought Last?

The New York Islanders are sitting on one of the most uncomfortable statistical realities in the NHL - a playoff series winning drought that's become the stuff of franchise nightmares. This isn't just about missing the playoffs; this is about getting there and then getting bounced in the first round with alarming regularity. The question isn't whether the Islanders can make the postseason anymore - it's whether they can actually win when it matters most.