Tonight’s preseason clash between the New York Islanders and Philadelphia Flyers carries extra meaning for one hometown player: defenseman Marshall Warren. A Laurel Hollow native and former Islanders fan who grew up watching games on Long Island, Warren now has a shot at proving himself in the blue and orange in front of the fans he cheered for as a kid.

From Home Turf to the NHL Stage

Warren’s path to tonight has been one built on steady development and strong leadership. After years in the U.S. National Team Development Program, he played college hockey at Boston College and then transferred to the University of Michigan for his final season. At Michigan, he served as an alternate captain and racked up 18 points (4 goals, 14 assists) in 41 games.

In April 2024, the Islanders signed hi

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