Greiss embraces Islanders past by putting fisherman on new mask

The Islanders goalie's new helmet features the Islanders fisherman logo and teal, orange and navy color scheme they wore for two seasons between 1995-97.

Instagram from @thomasgreiss1: New helmet #Yeti #fisherman Thank you @crosseyedairbrushing for always doing an excellent job! My wife says "The fisherman represents hard working, determination, & dedication to provide for his family. The fisherman has early morning, long night, and sometimes tough days at sea 💙🧡"

The Islanders fisherman is one of two primary logos they have worn in their 46-year history. The logo made something of a comeback among the team's most nostalgic fan base, and the Islanders franchise embraced that by sporting warmup jerseys with the fisherman logo before a game against the Florida Panthers on Feb. 3, 2015.

The fisherman specifically was a big hit with Greiss' wife Brittney, but not because of the team's history.

Tweet from @BrittneyGreiss1: So much thought/planning go into each helmet. Thomas & I bounce ideas off each other. For me I love the fisherman!! It represents hard working, determination, & dedication to provide for his family. The fisherman has early morning, long night, and sometimes tough days at sea 💙🧡 pic.twitter.com/PeX1hnwQd0

Greiss' name is also featured on his chin in the old-style wordmark and color scheme. The mask also has his customary Yeti, which is truly horrifying, on the opposite side.