Islanders sign winger Josh Bailey to six-year extension

HC at Noon discussion on Josh Bailey’s 6-year deal with the New York Islanders, and speculating on whether this will have any effect on John Tavares’ looming decision?

The New York Islanders have signed forward Josh Bailey to a six-year extension, the club announced Friday.

The winger’s deal will pay him $30 million over those six years, or $5 million per year, according to Sportsnet’s John Shannon.

Bailey has a career-high 62 points to his name this season, ranking him third among all Islanders skaters in scoring, behind Mathew Barzal and John Tavares. The Bowmanville, Ont., native’s previous best was 56 points, recorded last season.

The 28-year-old forward also made his first all-star game appearance last month, representing the Metropolitan Division at the festivities.

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February 23, 2018

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Josh Bailey
SIGNED BY
New York Islanders
LENGTH
6 yrs
CONTRACT TYPE
Contract Extension
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N/A
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