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