Jonathan Drouin inks 2-year deal with Islanders as middle-six option | amNewYork
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Jonathan Drouin has signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the New York Islanders. He scored 30 goals and 63 assists during two seasons with the Colorado Avalanche. Drouin is set to fit into the Isles' middle six left wing position, competing for a second-line spot. His past struggles with consistency could be mitigated in a playmaking role on a veteran line. The Islanders underwent significant changes under general manager Mathieu Darche, who also saw star defenseman Noah Dobson traded prior to the draft.
Jonathan Drouin signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the Islanders after scoring 30 goals and 63 assists in 122 games over two seasons with the Avalanche.
Drouin is expected to join the Islanders' middle six on the left wing, battling with Anthony Duclair for a second-line role alongside JG Pageau and Kyle Palmieri.
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