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Saturday, July 2, 2016

KoC Isles 2016 Free Agency, Part 2


We all thought that Snow had a move or two more he would make heading into next season for the Islanders.  Yesterday, he added Ladd, Chimera and re-signed Prince after losing Okposo, Nielsen and Martin to free agency.  Today, the Isles acquired another player to try and better their veteran team chemistry.  PA Parenteau signed a $1.25M, 1 year deal and if he stays healthy, he could be a solid addition to the team.


It will be Parenteau’s second stint with New York (38 and 82 for 120 points in 161 games).  During his initial tour, Parenteau did well playing on a line with John Tavares (and Matt Moulson) and even managed 20 and 21 for 41 points in 77 games playing for Toronto last season.  His 20 goal total last season matched a career high set when he last played with the Islanders (2010-11) and added another career high 67 point total in his final season with the team (2012-13).  After his time in New York, Parenteau was no longer seen as a career minor leaguer and joined the Avalanche, Canadiens (by trade) and Maple Leafs.  After a slump with Montreal and a bounce back year with a struggling Toronto squad, Parenteau could be due for another statement year with the team that jumpstarted his career.  While there is no guarantee on the quality of his return performance, the signing could just be a solid addition by Snow.  If not, it’s a one year deal that won’t set the team back financially.


By adding Parenteau, the Isles still have around $6M remaining before they reach the cap ceiling.  I doubt you will see another addition by free agency, but one could be possible via trade.



In any event, the roster continues to take shape for the 2016-17 season.



Isles Notes:


Rumors from @incarciratedbob had the Isles looking into Duchene, but the cost was Dal Colle, Pulock and Nelson.


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