Victor Eklund is changing his number to 38.
The Swedish forward had previously worn 73 during his NHL debut last season and during this year's training camp and preseason. Eklund wore 38 for Djurgårdens IF in the Swedish Hockey League.
Travis Mitchell was the last Islanders player to wear 38. Notable players to wear 38 for the Islanders include Dave Scatchard and Jack Hillen.
