NHL's Islanders Said to Weigh Queens Move With Mets Help

The New York Islanders are considering moving from Brooklyn's Barclays Center to a new arena in Queens. Despite public statements of commitment to Brooklyn, issues like obstructed views and poor ice quality have made the current arrangement less than ideal. The potential new arena could be part of a larger development near Citi Field, appealing to the Islanders' traditional Long Island fan base while maintaining their status as a New York City team.

What were some of the issues faced by the Islanders at the Barclays Center?

• Excellent ice quality

• Obstructed view seating

• High attendance

• Great partnership with Barclays

What is the proposed location for the new arena for the Islanders?

• Staten Island

• Downtown Brooklyn

• Manhattan

• Near Citi Field in Queens

What type of development is being considered around the new arena?

• A residential complex

• A sports and entertainment complex

• A university campus

• A new airport

Why would the move to Queens be appreciated by the Islanders' traditional fan base?

• It is in New Jersey

• It is in Manhattan

• It is further from Long Island

• It is closer to Long Island

Why do the new owners want to keep the Islanders as a New York City team?

• It is less valuable than a Nassau County team

• They want to move to another state

• It is more valuable than a Nassau County team

• They plan to sell the team