Recent reports surfaced early this week that indicted that the New York Rangers have emerged as a top landing destination for this right-winger from their divisional rivals this offseason, and his fate with the organization was just confirmed following latest announcements.
According to recent reports, New York islanders pending UFA and veteran forward Kyle Palmieri was expected to hit the open market on July 1st, if the New York Islanders decide not to re-sign him by then.
Something that has created speculation as to where the 34-year old veteran will end up next, and one of those potential destinations would be the New York Rangers if Kyle Palmieri becomes a free agent.
Why Kyle Palmieri would be a good fit for the New York Rangers
The Rangers organization seriously needs to add some depth on their right-wing, and adding Palmieri alongside Vincent Trocheck and Artemi Panarin would certainly upgrade their top lines, as Palmieri has been described as just an aggressive guy who is always crashing the net. Something the New York Rangers had an issue with last season.
Kyle Palmieri signs new contract
However, it was just announced a few moments ago that Kyle Palmieri has just signed a two-year contract extension with the New York Islanders that carries a $4.75M AAV.
#Isles News: The New York Islanders have signed forward Kyle Palmieri to a two-year contract.
Just last season Kyle Palmieri managed to tally 24 goals and 24 assist throughout 82 games played with the New York Islanders, clearly making him a player to keep.
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