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Islanders GM Says He Wants to Re-Sign Captain Anders Lee

The team signaled interest without making a firm commitment.

Apr 3, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar (80) and New York Islanders forward Anders Lee (27) wait for the puck during the second period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Alexander Wohl-Imagn Images
Apr 4, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; New York Islanders left wing Anders Lee (27) celebrates his goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
Hockey players Anders Lee (NY Islanders) and Felix Unger Sorum (Carolina Hurricanes) face off on the ice with a referee nearby.
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Overview

  • Islanders GM Mathieu Darche said he hopes to keep Anders Lee and would like to see him reach 1,000 games with the club.
  • Darche said talks will aim for a deal that works for both sides and that nothing is imminent.
  • Lee said he wants to stay on Long Island and does not want to play for another team.
  • Lee will become an unrestricted free agent on July 1, 2026, after 923 career games with the Islanders.
  • The 35-year-old played all 82 games this season with 19 goals and 23 assists as New York missed the playoffs after losing seven of its final eight games.