While the Islanders blanked the Rangers on Saturday night, the real highlight came before the game, when 104-year-old Dominick Critelli, a World War II veteran, performed the national anthem on his ...

ELMONT, N.Y. — A 104-year-old World War II veteran showcased his musical chops on Saturday, playing “The Star-Spangled Banner” on saxophone before the NHL’s New York Islanders hosted their crosstown ...

Dominick Critelli plays the national anthem prior to the game between the New York Islanders and the New York Rangers at UBS Arena on Dec. 27, 2025 in Elmont, New York A 104-year-old World War II ...

For one night on Long Island, the heated NHL rivalry between the Islanders and the Rangers was put on ice. Escorted by the Islanders’ Energy Team in front of more than 18,000 fans on Saturday, ...