2004–05 New York Islanders season

The 2004–05 New York Islanders season was the 33rd season in the franchise's history. However, its games were cancelled as the 2004–05 NHL lockout could not be resolved in time.

Off-season
The Islanders chose Petteri Nokelainen as their first-round choice, sixteenth overall.

Schedule
The Islanders regular season schedule was announced on July 14, 2004. Their preseason schedule was announced on July 16, 2004.

Transactions
The Islanders were involved in the following transactions from June 8, 2004, the day after the deciding game of the 2004 Stanley Cup Finals, through February 16, 2005, the day the season was officially cancelled.

Trades
The Islanders did not make any trades.

Draft picks
The Islanders picks at the 2004 NHL Entry Draft, which was held at the RBC Center in Raleigh, North Carolina on June 26–27, 2004.

Farm teams

 * Bridgeport Sound Tigers