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Islanders’ Ryan Pulock Undergoes Shoulder Surgery, Targeted to Return for Training Camp

The top-pair defender’s recovery shapes New York’s blue-line plans under new coach Pete DeBoer.

Mar 30, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders defenseman Ryan Pulock (6) knocks Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) to the ice during the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Overview

  • A team spokesman confirmed Pulock had shoulder surgery and projected him ready for training camp.
  • The veteran played through a shoulder issue for most of the season, appearing in 76 of 82 games and missing six late.
  • He anchored the top pair with rookie Matthew Schaefer, offering a steady, stay-at-home presence next to the high-scoring newcomer.
  • Pulock posted 27 points, a team-best 147 blocked shots, and the lowest goals-against per 60 among Islanders defensemen, per HockeyStats.com.
  • He carries four years left on a $6.15 million annual cap hit, a key factor as the Islanders retool under DeBoer after narrowly missing the playoffs.