The New York Islanders made a significant move by placing winger Pierre Engvall on waivers. Engvall, who was acquired from the Toronto Maple Leafs, had a promising start with the team last season but failed to meet expectations. Despite signing a seven-year deal, Engvall’s performance on the ice did not live up to the hype.
Throughout the season, Engvall struggled to find his footing and fell out of favor with head coach Patrick Roy. Roy, who took over mid-season, benched Engvall multiple times due to his inconsistent play. Even during the preseason games, Engvall’s performance was lackluster, leading to his benching once again.
As a result of his underwhelming performance and lack of impact on the ice, Engvall was placed on waivers. With six years remaining on his contract, Engvall is set to earn $18 million, making him a costly player for the Islanders. If he clears waivers, Engvall will be assigned to the Islanders’ AHL affiliate in Bridgeport.
This decision marks a significant shift for the Islanders, who were hoping for Engvall to be a key contributor to the team’s success. However, his inconsistent play and inability to produce offensively have led to his demotion to the minor leagues. It remains to be seen if Engvall can turn his performance around and make a comeback to the Islanders’ lineup in the future.
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