AT: Solid signing and totally expected after his very solid training camp with the Isles. He was blocking shots, sound positionally and providing veteran leadership to a team that certainly could use it. It's a fair contract for someone who has had a great career, and if he stays healthy for 60+ games, was completely worth the money. Of course, it would've been nice if the Islanders had actually gone out and gotten a true top 4 defenseman, but I think that ship has sailed at this point.
CH: Staios has been outstanding during camp, outplaying many of his teammates for a spot in the Isles starting lineup. The contract value may be a little high, but since the team is dealing with the cap floor, this all but ensures them reaching it by October 8. But that's neither here nor there given the circumstances. The Isles needed help on the blueline and now they got it. The key is just for Staios to stay healthy, as Alex said. As we said when he came to camp, this was more about if Staios could A) stay healthy and B) play at an adequate level. His reputation speaks for itself, and it showed by them rewarding him with a contract..
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