Islanders sign Dennis Seidenberg for some reason

Per Darren Dreger, Arthur Staple and few others this afternoon, the Islanders have agreed to a one-year, $1 million contract with defenseman Dennis Seidenberg, who was recently bought out by the Boston Bruins.

7 teams were in on Seidenberg, including Ottawa. All wanted to wait, but Isles step up. 1 yr, $1 million. Good deal.

— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) September 28, 2016 The 35-year old is currently playing for Team Europe in the World Cup of Hockey Finals. So add him to the list of current and former Islanders property making up that team’s roster.

It’s not a surprise that the Islanders have decided to add a veteran defenseman, not because they necessarily need one but because it’s kinda…