The New York Islanders announced on Monday that they’ve agreed to terms with restricted free agent Ross Johnston on a four-year contract.
For Johnston, it’s an outstanding deal, representing a sustained rise for an undrafted player who saw time in the ECHL and AHL before a one-game NHL debut in 2015-16 and a sustained 24-game callup late last season. Good for him, he’s already earned lunchpail admiration from many fans, and he’s worked on his game to become more than just an AHL fighter.
For the Islanders, though? A curious move.