The New York Islanders secured their checking line Thursday by re-signing center Casey Cizikas.
The deal is worth $16.75 million over five years, according to the Associated Press (via ESPN.com). The 25-year-old will count for $3.35 million against New York's cap each season.
Newsday's Arthur Staple provided additional context:
Cizikas put up a career-high 29 points this past season, including three points short-handed. He, along with linemates Cal Clutterbuck and Matt Martin, played a shutdown role for the Islanders against their opponents' top players. Cizikas was also vital to New York's penalty kill.
General manager Garth Snow cited these contributions in a team press release about the signing.
"Casey has developed into a highly dependable two-way center, and we’re pleased to sign him through 2021,” Snow said. “His energy and passion, both on the ice and in the community, make him an invaluable piece of our lineup.”
Cizikas' deal could make it tough for the Islanders to re-sign Martin. Staple reported New York has not had any contra ...
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