The New York Islanders have informed teams that their center, Jean-Gabriel Pageau, is not available for trade, according to Michael Russo of The Athletic. The 32-year-old player has one year remaining on his $5 million per year contract, and there was significant interest from multiple teams while the Islanders were looking to trade him. Pageau was considered a great fit for the Minnesota Wild, especially after they traded Marcorossi. Other interested teams last year included the Vegas Golden Knights, Edmonton Oilers, and Boston Bruins.<\/p>\n
Pageau has tallied 42 points this season, with 14 goals and 28 assists in 79 games, and holds the highest faceoff win percentage in the NHL at 59.6%. He is expected to mentor younger players like Calum Ritchie as the Islanders prepare for training camp. With the loss of Brock Nelson, if the Islanders don’t secure a second center this summer, they might move Matthew Barzal back to his natural center position or have Pageau take on a bigger role at center in the fall.<\/p>\n
While Pageau isn’t being traded now, that could change by the 2026 trade deadline. If he continues to perform at a high level, he could command a first-round pick or multiple second-round picks from teams seeking a skilled center.<\/p>\n
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Fan Take: This news is crucial for hockey fans because it shows the Islanders’ commitment to keeping a key, experienced player who brings both skill and leadership. Pageau’s presence could significantly impact the team’s development and performance, making the upcoming season an exciting one to watch.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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