"The Islanders traded away the Colorado Avalanche's 2026 first-round pick, New Jersey Devils 2026 third-round pick, Jonathan Drouin, and goalie prospect Marcus Gidlof for Brayden Schenn, a player not initially on the radar."
"Schenn has a faceoff winning percentage of 54.2% and is a physical player with 147 hits so far this season, which is third on the Islanders."
"Schenn has already paid dividends for Ritchie and it's showing. The 21-year-old has two goals and three assists in five games since Schenn has joined the squad."
"While it was a hefty price to pay, it seems to be benefiting the team not just right now, but also over time."
The New York Islanders made a surprising trade for Brayden Schenn from the St. Louis Blues during the NHL trade deadline. The Islanders traded a 2026 first-round pick, a 2026 third-round pick, Jonathan Drouin, and goalie prospect Marcus Gidlof. Schenn, who has a faceoff winning percentage of 54.2% and 147 hits this season, adds physicality and veteran experience to the team. He has contributed to the development of younger players like Calum Ritchie, who has improved since Schenn's arrival, indicating the trade's potential long-term benefits.
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