1978–79 New York Islanders season

The 1978–79 New York Islanders season was the seventh season for the franchise in the National Hockey League. The New York Islanders finished first overall by one point over the defending Stanley Cup champions Montreal Canadiens in the regular season standings.

Round 1: (1) New York Islanders vs. (8) Chicago Blackhawks
New York Islanders Wins Series 4-0

Round 2: (1) New York Islanders vs. (4) New York Rangers
New York Rangers Wins Series 4-2

Player statistics
Note: Pos = Position; GP = Games played; G = Goals; A = Assists; Pts = Points; +/- = plus/minus; PIM = Penalty minutes; PPG = Power-play goals; SHG = Short-handed goals; GWG = Game-winning goals MIN = Minutes played; W = Wins; L = Losses; T = Ties; GA = Goals-against; GAA = Goals-against average; SO = Shutouts;

Awards and records

 * December 23/78: Bryan Trottier, Most Points, One Period, 6