Insider proposes Islanders GM reunite with this Cup champ

Fansided | December 26, 2025

The New York Islanders could find an interesting trade option by reuniting Mathieu Darche with this former 2x Stanley Cup champ.

Nov 22, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders General Manager Mathieu Darche speaks with fans at a pre-game event prior to the game against the St. Louis Blues at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images | Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

The NHL rumor mill continues to grind even when the league breaks for Christmas. And such chatter involves Nashville Predators forward Steven Stamkos. The former two-time Stanley Cup champ has been on the trade block for some time now.