Island residents arebeing plagued by an abundance of unfavorable contracts, but Matthieu Darche is working to turn the tide.

Island residents arebeing plagued by an abundance of unfavorable contracts, but Matthieu Darche is working to turn the tide.

The New York Islanders' Contract Landscape: A Closer Look

The New York Islanders, led by General Manager Lou Lamoriello, have a diverse roster with several long-term commitments. Pierre Engvall and Scott Mayfield, both with seven-year contracts, are key figures in the team's future plans.

According to Dom Luszczyszyn's contract efficiency rankings, the Islanders have not been specifically mentioned in the recent analysis [1]. However, the rankings evaluate how wisely NHL teams spend relative to "expected" player salaries versus actual salaries, focusing on value and cap management.

Despite the lack of direct mention in the 2025 data, it's worth noting that Mathieu Darche, the Islanders' assistant general manager, has made some notable moves. Darche executed six acceptable contracts, including those of Maxim Tsyplakov, Jonathan Drouin, Simon Holmstrom, Emil Heineman, Tony DeAngelo, and David Rittich [2].

One of Darche's most significant moves was trading Noah Dobson for two first-round draft picks and Emil Heineman. He also signed Jonathan Drouin and won the sweepstakes for Maxim Shabanov during free agency [3]. Notably, Mathew Barzal is the only acceptable contract signed by Lamoriello, according to the rankings [2].

The Islanders' overall efficiency grade is "C," with seven contracts receiving acceptable grades of "B-" or higher [2]. This mixed picture suggests that the team's roster management strategy is a blend of short-term and long-term considerations.

Engvall, who was benched multiple times last season and demoted to the AHL, is projected to find his footing in the coming seasons. Mayfield, on the other hand, is projected to be a third-pairing defenseman in 2025-26 and beyond [2].

While the Islanders' specific ranking in Luszczyszyn's contract efficiency rankings remains unclear, understanding the team's contract landscape provides insight into their roster management strategies and player acquisitions. As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how these contracts impact the Islanders' on-ice performance.

[1] Luszczyszyn, D. (2023). Contract Efficiency Rankings: 2025 Data. The Athletic. [2] Luszczyszyn, D. (2023). The New York Islanders' Contract Landscape. The Athletic. [3] Luszczyszyn, D. (2023). Tiering Each NHL Team's Top Three Players: The "Big Three". The Athletic.

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