Islanders sign Stephen Gionta, recall him from Bridgeport

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New York Islanders centre Stephen Gionta (24) trips on New Jersey Devils goalie Cory Schneider trying for a shot on goal during the second period of a preseason hockey game, Monday, Oct. 3, 2016, in New York. Islanders left wing Ross Johnston (52) watches from left of the crease. (Kathy Willens/AP)

NEW YORK — The New York Islanders signed forward Stephen Gionta to a one-year, two-way contract Wednesday and recalled him from Bridgeport of the American Hockey League.

The 33-year-old Gionta had a goal and two assists in seven games for Bridgeport. Last season, he had a goal and 10 assists in 82 games for the New Jersey Devils. The former Boston College star has 15 goals and 35 assists in 270 career games, all with New Jersey.

The Islanders host Buffalo on Friday night.

December 21, 2016

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Stephen Gionta
SIGNED BY
New York Islanders
LENGTH
1 yr
CONTRACT TYPE
Free Agency
SALARY CAP HIT
N/A
TOTAL
N/A

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