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Islanders’ Deadline Decisions: Darche, Lee, Pageau Address Contract Uncertainty

Mathieu Darche weighs in on Anders Lee and Jean-Gabriel Pageau ahead of the NHL trade deadline, as both Islanders veterans speak on their futures.

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Jan 08, 2026
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NASHVILLE — Ahead of the New York Islanders’ game against the Nashville Predators, GM Mathieu Darche addressed the media for a midseason availability.

While plenty was discussed, Darche was asked directly about the futures of pending unrestricted free-agent forwards Anders Lee and Jean-Gabriel Pageau.

Full interview: HERE

Following morning skate, we caught up with both Lee and Pageau to hear their perspectives on their situations.

All of that — and more — below.

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