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Matthew Schaefer Reveals Goal With 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.

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Top Russian NHL prospect reveals reason he signed with Islanders

Despite drawing interest from several NHL teams, Russian free agent forward Maxim Shabanov chose to sign his one-year, entry-level contract with the New York Islanders because of the opportunities it presents, per Daria Tuboltseva of RG.org.

New York Islanders News / The Hockey Writers / July 3

Islanders Signing KHL’s Maxim Shabanov Puts the Bow on a Great Offseason

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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 3

Islanders Can Target Ehlers or Rossi…Should They?

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.

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New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / July 2

Islanders sign Maxim Shabanov to one-year entry-level contract

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.

New York Islanders News / Last Word On Sports / July 2

KHL Star Takes Talents to Long Island

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.

Emil Heineman News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Islanders Sign Emil Heineman to 2-Year Extension

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.

Emil Heineman News / Daily Faceoff / July 2

Islanders sign RFA forward Emil Heineman to two-year contract

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.

Emil Heineman News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 2

Islanders sign recently acquired forward to two-year deal

The New York Islanders have announced they’ve signed Emil Heineman to a two-year, $2.2M contract.

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New York Islanders News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Islanders’ Mathieu Darche Had Good But Not Great First Free Agency as GM

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.

Alexander Romanov News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 1

Grading Alexander Romanov’s 8-year contract extension with Islanders

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 News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 1

Islanders keep 20-goal winger on $7.25M deal

The New York Islanders made some smaller moves on free agency day. After making big waves at the draft by trading Noah Dobson, they kept it simple on July 1.

Simon Holmstrom News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Simon Holmstrom stays with Islanders, signs two-year deal

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.

Simon Holmstrom News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Islanders agree to a two-year deal with RFA winger

He will opt for a bridge contract after a breakout performance. He recorded 20 goals and 45 points in 75 games this season

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New York Islanders News / The Hockey Writers / July 1

Islanders Have Key Defenseman to Build Around With Romanov Extension

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.

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Jonathan Drouin News / The Hockey Writers / July 1

New York Islanders Sign Jonathan Drouin to 2-Year Deal

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.

Jonathan Drouin News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

Islanders Sign 11-Year Veteran Forward

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.