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Islanders Add Depth with Vanecek and Kessel | New York Islanders News
The Islanders just beefed up their depth with two key one-year signings: goalie Vitek Vanecek, a reliable backup ready to step in behind Sorokin and Varlamov, and defenseman Matthew Kessel, a 6’3” right-shot who brings NHL-ready size and competition for a top-pairing spot. Kessel, who scored two goals and three points in 29 games last season with St. Louis, is poised to challenge for an opening night roster spot and add crucial insurance to the blue line. With Pulock, DeAngelo, and Mayfield already locked in, Kessel’s arrival signals the Islanders’ commitment to building a resilient…
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