The Jets have emerged as a top suitor for one of the Islanders' key forwards that has been placed on the trade block, per NHL insiders from 'The Fourth
“I believe in developing in a winning environment, so the AHL will definitely be a focus.” That’s how Mathieu Darche set the tone for his general manager (GM) tenure with the New York Islanders.
It’s already been an extremely successful offseason for the New York Islanders, but they may have an even bright future on their hands. The Islanders walked away from the 2025 NHL Draft with three first round picks, including Matthew Schaefer as the first overall selection.
Just when it looked like the New York Islanders were closing out a quiet offseason, general manager (GM) Mathieu Darche made a big signing. The deal wasn’t big in terms of the money spent or even the length of the contract, as much as it gave the Islanders one last offseason win.
The New York Islanders have all but wrapped up their offseason moves. It was a strong first showing from Mathieu Darche after trading Noah Dobson as he extended Alexander Romanov, re-signed most of the restricted free agents (RFAs), drafted Matthew Schaefer and multiple elite prospects, and signed a few veterans as well.
The New York Islanders announced on Wednesday that general manager Mathieu Darche and the team have agreed to terms on a one-year, entry-level contract with forward Maxim Shabanov.
The New York Islanders are busy this summer. They brought in Matthew Schaefer with the first-overall pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. They have traded Noah Dobson and signed Jonathan Drouin.
The New York Islanders were big winners at the 2025 NHL Draft, and even into the start of free agency they are keeping their hot streak alive. On the second day of free agency, the Islanders grabbed a top free agent coming from outside of the NHL.
The New York Islanders recently announced that they had signed forward Emil Heineman to a two-year extension that has a $1.1 million cap hit. This extension comes just days after the Islanders and Montreal Canadiens pulled off a blockbuster deal that sent Noah Dobson to the Canadiens.
The New York Islanders have agreed to terms on a two-year contract with recently acquired RFA winger Emil Heineman, the club announced Wednesday afternoon.
The New York Islanders were busy on day one of free agency, both re-signing players and bringing in talent from outside the organization. Mathieu Darche has only been the general manager (GM) for a few months, but he is already showing what type of GM he wants to be.
The New York Islanders made one of the biggest trades of the NHL offseason so far. They dealt Noah Dobson to the Montreal Canadiens for two first-round picks just before the NHL Draft.
New York Islanders fans, don’t fret – Simon Holmstrom isn’t going anywhere. The New York Islanders have signed defenseman Simon Holmstrom a two-year deal with a cap hit of $3.625 million.
The New York Islanders have been busy this offseason with general manager (GM) Mathieu Darche making a few signings. The change of pace from the Lou Lamoriello era is hard to keep up with.
The New York Islanders have signed winger Jonathan Drouin to a 2-year deal worth $4 million per season, according to Frank Seravelli. Drouin is coming off yet another season plagued by injuries.
The New York Islanders have added a veteran forward to their roster. The team has signed Jonathan Drouin to a two-year contract. Drouin’s new contract is worth $4 milliob per season.
The New York Islanders have added a veteran goalie. News emerged that goaltender David Rittich has signed a one-year contract with the Islanders. New York also signed defenceman Ethan Bear to a one-year contract as well.
Tony DeAngelo has agreed to a one-year extension to stay in the New York Islanders organization. After coming across from SKA St. Petersburg in the middle of the year, DeAngelo impressed on Long Island.
The New York Islanders are betting big on 25-year-old defenseman Alexander Romanov, signing him to an eight-year, $50 million contract extension with a $6.25 million annual cap hit.
Forward Matt Martin, who spent all but two of his 16 NHL seasons with the New York Islanders, retired on Tuesday and was named a special assistant to general manager Mathieu Darche.