The New York Islanders have struggled mightily defensively over their latest three-game losing streak. Fans and bloggers like myself have called for Garth Snow to make a move in order to address the defense situation.
Garth Snow has elected to give Scott Mayfield a five-year extension. So far this year the 25-year old has appeared in 29 games with the Islanders scoring 10 points (two goals, eight assists).
Arthur Staple is reporting that the deal is worth $1.45 million on average per year. I just have one question: Why?
Why do the Islanders need to lock up Scott Mayfield for five more years?