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New York Islanders Have Big News Today As 2025 Pick Signs ELC

It is always fun when a star signs a contract, at any point, but much more so when it is his first. From the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the first-overall selection, defenceman Matthew Schaefer signs his entry-level contract as a member of the New York Islanders today.

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Islanders Sign No. 1 Overall Pick to ELC

The New York Islanders have signed defenseman Matthew Schafer, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, to his three-year, entry-level contract, the team announced Monday night.

Matthew Schaefer News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 4

Islanders sign top pick of 2025 draft

Back in June, the Islanders made Matthew Schaefer the first overall pick in the draft. Now, they have their newest top prospect under contract as the team announced that it's signed the defenseman to a three-year, entry-level contract.

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New York Islanders News / The Hockey Writers / August 2

Islanders Can Play With Pace, But Should They?

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New York Islanders News / Breakaway on SI / July 30

Islanders Forward Dazzles on Golf Course

Golf is an exceedingly common pastime for NHL players, and professional athletes in general. However, some definitely take it more seriously than others, and New York Islanders forward Mathew Barzal is apparently one of those players.

New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / July 30

2025-26 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: New York Islanders’ Top 10

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Bo Horvat News / The Hockey Writers / July 29

Horvat Trade Warning, Oilers Early Contracts, & More NHL Rumors

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Bo Horvat has gone to Islanders management and made it clear how he feels about the idea of being traded. Meanwhile, one insider predicted at least five Oilers would have new contracts signed within the month.

New York Islanders News / NHL Trade Talk / July 28

Top Islanders Star Tells Asst. GM, 'You Better Not Trade Me'

The New York Islanders are entering a new era under a revamped front office, and signs point to a potential retool—or even a rebuild. The most telling move came at the NHL Draft in June, when the team traded star defenseman Noah Dobson to the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for two first-round picks.

NHL News / Full Press Hockey / July 28

NHL Insights: New York Rangers and New York Islanders

Welcome to another edition of NHL Insights. The dog days of the offseason are here. While free agency is still ongoing, it has slowed significantly, allowing us to assess how teams have prepared themselves for the upcoming season.

NHL News / House of Hockey / July 27

New York Islanders Steal Key Staff Member From Tampa Bay

Former Lightning assistant equipment manager Jason Berger will now be joining former Lightning Assistant General Manager Mathieu Darche on Long Island.

Anders Lee News / The Hockey Writers / July 27

Islanders Must Address Lee’s Pending 2026 Free Agency This Summer

One year ago, it would have been hard to see Brock Nelson playing anywhere else aside from with the New York Islanders. Yet, an offseason without an extension turned into a trade deadline without a long-term deal, so the Islanders traded him.

Maxim Tsyplakov News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 25

Grading Maxim Tsyplakov’s $4.5 million contract extension with Islanders

The New York Islanders missed the playoffs for the second time in the last four years. The team would make multiple moves this offseason to improve and rebuild.

New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 25

Islanders avoid arbitration with sophomore forward after $4.5 million extension

The New York Islanders made some significant changes under new general manager Mathieu Darche this offseason. They traded Noah Dobson and made three first-round picks, putting emphasis on the future.

Maxim Tsyplakov News / Daily Faceoff / July 25

Report: Islanders re-sign Maxim Tsyplakov to two-year contract

A player who was heading to salary arbitration looks to have come to terms on a new deal. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the New York Islanders managed to avoid arbitration with forward Maxim Tsyplakov, agreeing to terms on a two-year contract.

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New York Islanders News / Last Word On Sports / July 25

New York Islanders Come to Agreement With Forward Avoiding Arbitration

The New York Islanders and their Russian forward have finally come to an agreement. Thus, avoiding the need for salary arbitration for the two sides. The 6’3″ Maxim Tsyplakov signs a new contract today to stay with the club for two seasons.

New York Islanders News / The Hockey Writers / July 24

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New York Islanders News / House of Hockey / July 24

Matt Martin Admits Islanders Have Regrets on Noah Dobson Trade: They'd Still Love to Have Him Here'

The Islanders traded Noah Dobson to the Montreal Canadiens ahead of the 2025 NHL Draft, but according to assistant GM Matt Martin, the team would have preferred to have kept him.

New York Islanders News / Last Word On Sports / July 24

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New York Islanders News / Inside The Rink / July 23

ECHL: Cincinnati Cyclones Announce First Signing for 2025-26

The Cincinnati Cyclones announced the first signing for the 2025-26 season as they’ve signed center Justin Gill. The 22-year-old forward was on an AHL contract last season with Bridgeport.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 20

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Cole Bardreau News / Inside The Rink / July 18

AHL: Cole Bardreau Signs Overseas

This morning, 31-year-old forward Cole Bardreau signed with HC Pustertal of the ICEHL. Bardreau, in 65 games for the Bridgeport Islanders this season, recorded 18 points on four goals and 14 assists.

Travis Mitchell News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 14