Noah Dobson, a former New York Islanders defenseman, was traded to the Montreal Canadiens just before the 2025 NHL Draft, marking a mutual decision between him and the Islanders' new general manager, Mathieu Darche. Dobson had sought a contract worth $11 million per year but ultimately signed an average deal of $9.5 million for eight years with the Canadiens. The Islanders received multiple draft picks and winger Emil Heineman in the trade. Both parties expressed goodwill towards each other despite their split, emphasizing the amicable nature of negotiations.
I think after the season, they came back, and with a new GM, we tried to work on finding a deal and staying on Long Island. That was always the goal.
Once we couldn't get to an agreement, we worked together to find a spot where he was comfortable going and what got us the best return.
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