The New York Islanders have pondered a Brock Nelson trade throughout the season. After intense contract negotiations, the two sides have failed to come together on a new deal. And on Thursday night, the two sides have reportedly parted ways. Nelson is being traded to the Colorado Avalanche, the Islanders confirmed on social media.
New York received a haul for the veteran pending free agent. The Islanders have acquired forward Calum Ritchie, defenseman Oliver Kylington, a conditional first-round draft pick, and a conditional 2028 third-round draft pick. New York will receive the first-round pick in either 2026 or 2027.
The Islanders are retaining 50% of Nelson’s cap hit in this trade. This leaves the Avalanche on the hook for $3 million for the 2024-25 campaign. Colorado also received forward William Dufour in this deal.
This is a developing story. Please stay tuned for more details.
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