"Excellent two-way center, he can play on both sides of the puck. He's got a scoring touch. He's got some grit. I remember playing against him, he's a pain in the butt. He's good in the faceoff circle and he competes."
"In trading for the former Blues captain, signed through 2028, and agreeing to a three-year extension with Pageau, has general manager Mathieu Darche given the Islanders too much redundancy at one position or correctly constructed his roster based on the NHL tenet of 'you can never have enough centers'?"
"It's exciting to have Schenn. I really think he's going to help us a lot. He brings depth to our lineup and experience. He won a Stanley Cup. I see only positives."
The New York Islanders made two significant moves: trading for veteran center Brayden Schenn from the Blues and re-signing Jean-Gabriel Pageau to a three-year extension. Schenn, a former Blues captain signed through 2028, carries a $6.5 million annual average value, while Pageau's extension is worth $4.85 million annually. General manager Mathieu Darche's strategy reflects the NHL philosophy that teams cannot have too many centers. The Islanders now roster six natural centers in their lineup, with Schenn joining Pageau, Bo Horvat, Casey Cizikas, Mathew Barzal, and rookie Cal Ritchie. Coach Patrick Roy expressed optimism about Schenn's addition, highlighting his Stanley Cup experience and depth contribution. The success of these moves extends beyond the current season, making their long-term impact crucial.
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