The New York Islanders were Thomas Greiss’ fourth NHL team. In six-plus years playing in the league, Greiss never managed to play more than 25 games in a season. That year was 2013-14 when the then 28-year-old was playing second string for a Phoenix team that just missed the playoffs.
He played well that year. Posting a 2.29 GAA and a .920 SV% according to NHL.com. He didn’t last long in Phoenix as they didn’t extend him past his initial year. The process repeated itself in Pittsburgh where Greiss lasted a single year.
Until the New York Islanders came calling, acquiring the career backup to a two-year deal worth $3 million.