Islanders Unveil 8 Finalists for Fan-Designed Third Jersey

The New York Islanders have unveiled eight finalist designs for their new third jersey, the result of a fan-driven contest that drew over 80,000 submissions. The team announced the finalists on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, setting the stage for a bracket-style fan vote to determine the winning design for the 2027-28 season.

The contest, described as the first fan-driven design contest in NHL history, invited fans to submit concepts for the team's alternate sweater. A committee comprising Islanders players and hockey operations staff narrowed the massive pool of entries down to the final eight. The selected designs feature a variety of logos and color schemes, including a lighthouse, a fisherman, the "NY" logo, and the words "Isles" or "Islanders." While all designs incorporate the team's traditional orange, blue, and white, they offer different combinations and shades.

The voting process will proceed in a tournament bracket format. The first round of voting opens on Wednesday, August 12, at 12 p.m. ET and closes on Friday, August 14, at 5 p.m. ET. The second round, advancing from the final four to two designs, runs from Saturday, August 15, through Monday, August 17. The final...