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Darche’s Next Move Could Be In Building Tonight

Could Steven Stamkos or Michael Bunting be in the cards?

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Jan 31, 2026
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Despite making two trades early last week, the New York Islanders aren’t believed to be done.

General manager Mathieu Darche still has cap flexibility — roughly $6.02 million in space — and has made it clear that he’s willing to move first-round picks if the right player becomes available.

That brings us to the Nashville Predators, whom the Islanders face tonight.

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