Islanders Secure Kyle Palmieri
The New York Islanders have secured forward Kyle Palmieri for an additional two years, effectively removing one of the more prominent free-agent scoring wingers from the market. Palmieri will earn an average of $4.75 million per season under this new contract, which comes after he previously concluded a four-year, $20-million agreement with the team, originally signed in September 2021.
Contract Details
Notably, this new contract offers Palmieri a full no-trade clause for the first year, transitioning into a modified 16-team no-trade list for the 2026-27 season, according to PuckPedia.
Performance Summary
At 34, the Long Island local had a commendable performance last year, accruing 48 points, split evenly between 24 goals and 24 assists, across 82 games. Palmieri has achieved over 20 goals in seven of the last ten seasons he has played in the NHL. Over his overall career, which spans 900 games with the Islanders, New Jersey Devils, and Anaheim Ducks, he has notched 527 points (270 goals and 257 assists) and has contributed 32 playoff points (18 goals, 14 assists) in 68 playoff games.
Additional Moves
Additionally, the Islanders have brought in defenseman Adam Boqvist on board with a one-year deal. Boqvist, who was claimed off waivers from the Florida Panthers in January, recorded 14 points in 35 games last season split between the two teams.
Franchise Developments
This offseason has been quite eventful for the Islanders, as the franchise recently celebrated their first NHL Draft Lottery victory since 2009, securing the coveted first overall pick in the upcoming entry draft. Furthermore, the organization has seen a major shift in leadership, with Tampa Bay Lightning’s Mathieu Darche stepping in as the new general manager and executive vice president, succeeding Lou Lamoriello. It has been reported that the agreements for both Palmieri and Boqvist were finalized prior to Darche’s appointment, but he has decided to honor those contracts.
