Islanders & NHL News: Meet the new guy

The Islanders and NHL offseason news has generally slowed to a crawl, but their former captain had his formal introduction to Salt Lake City media, and we have salary arbitration dates for those who’ve filed around the league.

So there’s that.

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Islanders News

• 7 Things About: Get to know new depth signing Matthew Kessel, who’s 6’3” but doesn’t come off as a big defenseman, really. [Isles]

• I know you’re on pins and needles, Alex Jefferies’ salary arbitration date is set for July 30. [Puck Pedia]

Elsewhere

• One offseason question for each team. The Islanders one is kind of a punt. [Sportsnet]

• Post-career care for alumni has long been a priority for Glenn Healy, who announced the NHLPA’s wellness program for any player who’s played a shift in the NHL. [NHL]

• John Davidson and Jarmo Kekalainen reunite once again, with the latter bringing the ex-goalie and broadcaster to the Sabres. [NHL]