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Always Believe: Islanders' 9/11 Comeback | New York Islanders News
Twenty-five years ago, a simple sign reading “always believe” held by superfan Patrick Dowd became an enduring symbol of hope for Islanders fans—especially after 9/11. That season, as the team returned to the playoffs, hockey offered a rare moment of unity and healing for a grieving city. Players, including Eric Cairns who visited Ground Zero, were moved by the memorial wall and temporarily set aside rivalries, even with the Rangers. For fans and staff alike, it was more than a season—it was a return to normalcy, marked by patriotic tributes and shared joy at the Coliseum, once called “Fort…
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