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Insider reveals stunning Islanders-Mammoth trade proposal

The New York Islanders were close to landing the fourth-overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, but were ultimately turned off by the exorbitant asking price.

The Utah Mammoth reportedly asked for Mathew Barzal as part of the package that included the 4th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. | Bruce Bennett/GettyImages

The New York Islanders and the Utah Mammoth discussed a deal that would have sent the fourth-overall pick to Long Island.

According to insider David Pagnotta, the Isles ultimately nixed the deal as the Mammoth wanted Mathew Barzal in return.