UFA’s …
Update: Brian Compton - NHL.com - Brooks Laich will not be on the market Friday. Signs 6-year, $27 million extension with Washington.
Brooks Laich - Washington Capitals 82 games 16 goals 32 assists 48 points +14 2,067,000 vs. last years cap
Brooks Laich - Washington Capitals 82 games 16 goals 32 assists 48 points +14 2,067,000 vs. last years cap
Having heard his name for most of the season as a good fit for the Isles from Brian Compton, I have seen why. Brooks Laich has toughness, grit and is well respected by teammates. His age range and character would make him an ideal fit for the Islanders, and will probably just get better from there.
Tyler Kennedy - Pittsburg Penguins 80 games 21 goals 24 assists 45 points +1 725,000 vs. last years cap
I cant believe Pittsburg passed on a qualifying offer, but it could have something to do with an abundance of big names. I would imagine talks to sign him will continue until deadline. I would love the chance to see him play for New York. Kennedy is most commonly known among the Pittsburg fan base for his high energy play, making big hits and going hard along the boards. scoring unlikely goals have also been a part of his skill set. A great asset if not priced out of reach.
Joel Ward - Nashville Predators 80 games 10 goals 19 assists 29 points -1 1.500.000 vs. last years cap
Talk about a great time for a UFA status, how about after a great season and the best post season of your career to get you noticed. Chris Botta’s choice for a key Isles acquisition, Ward has a pro islander agent and had a famed roller hockey career on Long Island
Ville Leino - Philadelphia Flyers 81 games 19 goals 34 assists 53 points +14 269,000 vs. last years cap
At 27 years old, Leino is due for a big raise. He was money for the Flyers in their playoff runs with 7 and14 for 21 points in 19 playoff games. He has the character that management in looking for and the experience to share with some new teammates on Long Island, if the price is right.
Radim Vrbata - Phoenix Coyotes 79 games 19 goals 29 assists 48 points +5 3,000,000 vs. last years cap
Vrbata has tremendous hands and hockey vision. He plays in a system well and often finds a way to initiate offensive chances.
Unlikely RFA’s, but …
Steven Stamkos - TB Lightning 82 games 45 goals 46 assists 91 points +3 3,725,000 vs. last years cap
How great would it be? I know, unlikely, but Stamkos would make the Islanders an instant playoff team.
Shea Weber - Nashville Predators 82 games 16 goals 32 assists 48 points +7 4,500,000 vs. last years cap
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