"The comments are highly interesting as there has been plenty of speculation surrounding what fate could befall Pageau and Lee. Both were on early iterations of trade boards this season. But seeing how the Islanders are firmly in the playoff picture, it would make little sense to trade either veteran forward. That said, Pageau and Lee are very much part of the Isles' plans moving forward."
"He also discussed how adding to the club would be more of a strategic, long-term idea. He stated: "They're going to spend part of the Olympic break trying to see whether a guy like JG Pageau or Anders Lee has some runway towards an extension; but regarding adding to this club, I think it's more long-term thinking." The comments are highly interesting as there has been plenty of speculation surrounding what fate could befall Pageau and Lee."
Bo Horvat is likely the only New York Islanders player attending the Milano-Cortina Olympics, allowing the rest of the roster time to rest and recover. The organization will use the Olympic break to evaluate potential contract extensions for veterans JG Pageau and captain Anders Lee while treating roster additions as longer-term moves. Both forwards appeared on early trade lists this season, but the team's current playoff position reduces the likelihood of trades unless a significant return is available. Extension offers are expected to be shorter-term in nature, with three- or four-year deals considered plausible. Decisions are expected during the Olympic break beginning February 4.
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