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Not again: Islanders keep their captain Lee
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Monday, 01 July 2019 14:43
The New York Islanders saw their previous captain, John Tavares, walk in free agency. They weren't going to let it happen again, agreeing with Anders Lee on a seven-year deal.The team did not announce the money, but multiple reports said the contract has an annual average value of $7 million.Lee became the Islanders captain this past season after Tavares bolted…
Blackhawks sign bounce-back goalie Lehner
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Monday, 01 July 2019 16:11
The Chicago Blackhawks announced Monday that they have come to terms on a one-year, $5 million deal with Vezina Trophy finalist Robin Lehner.Lehner is coming off a huge season with the New York Islanders that resurrected his career. He appeared to be in line for a longer-term contract.Lehner has spoken about battling mental health and substance abuse issues for much…
Islanders get goalie Varlamov to replace Lehner
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Monday, 01 July 2019 16:23
The New York Islanders lost one goalie but gained another Monday, signing former Colorado Avalanche netminder Semyon Varlamov to a four-year contract.Last year's feel-good story, Robin Lehner -- who overcame mental health and substance abuse issues to become a Vezina Trophy finalist -- signed a one-year deal with Chicago.The Islanders also had some good news for their fans when they…
2019 NHL free-agency grades: Analysis of every big signing
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Monday, 01 July 2019 07:39
Welcome to 2019 NHL free agency. We'll be grading the most notable offseason signings below, so come back for updates as deals are completed.Artemi Panarin, 27, LW, New York RangersThe terms: Seven years, $11.6 million AAVWhere does he fit?He's the marquee player for the Rangers to market and build around. He's the player that makes Rangers fans believe that they…
Winners and losers of the first day of NHL free agency
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Monday, 01 July 2019 15:48
The first day of NHL free agency saw a flurry of moves, as the Columbus Blue Jackets' big three of Artemi Panarin, Sergei Bobrovsky and Matt Duchene all found new homes. What's more, we finally saw another offer sheet tendered and signed, as the Carolina Hurricanes now have seven days to decide whether or not to match the Montreal Canadiens'…
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