Anthony Beauvillier, the Islanders’ last unsigned restricted free agent, has reached an agreement on a two-year extension for a reported $4.2 million.
The “bridge” deal carries a $2.1 million cap hit according to CapFriendly, and gives him a chance to build a case for a long-term extension — and better leverage — if his performance dictates.
Beauvillier had no arbitration rights this time around, so lacked much leverage. He’ll still be a restricted free agent when the contract expires, but more options and more data will be on the table.