The New York Islanders have been busy this offseason with general manager (GM) Mathieu Darche making a few signings. The change of pace from the Lou Lamoriello era is hard to keep up with.

In the wake of the Noah Dobson sign-and-trade with the Montreal Canadiens, the New York Islanders are signing defenseman Alexander Romanov to an eight-year contract extension.

The New York Islanders have solidified their defensive core by signing Alexander Romanov to an eight-year contract extension. Romanov, known for his physicality and reliability, has become a key player since joining the team in 2022.