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Islanders Lock Up Alex Romanov With Eight-Year Extension To Anchor Redesigned Defense

Securing Romanov at a $6.25 million average annual value cements the Islanders’ defensive blueprint with veteran stalwarts complemented by top draft prospects.

Apr 4, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov (28) celebrates in the second period against the Minnesota Wild at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Romanov has signed an eight-year, $50 million contract extension at a $6.25 million average annual value to remain a second-pair defenseman.
  • The deal secures the 25-year-old through the 2033-34 season and preserves salary cap flexibility under GM Mathieu Darche.
  • Earlier this week Darche traded Noah Dobson to Montreal for two first-round picks that were used to select Matthew Schaefer at No. 1 and Kashawn Aitcheson at No. 17.
  • Romanov posted 20 points last season in 64 games despite missing time with injuries and had averaged 22 points in each of his two prior full campaigns.
  • The Islanders’ retooled blue line now features Romanov alongside veterans Adam Pelech, Ryan Pulock and Scott Mayfield with prospects Isaiah George and the new draftees.