Islanders Sign Jon Sim to Three-Year Deal

[Isles4life]

The New York Islanders have signed forward Jon Sim to a three-year contract. The 30-year old Sim played last season in Atlanta, where he had 17 goals and 12 assists for 29 points in 77 games.

"Jon Sim is an aggressive, hard-working veteran forward with good offensive skills who fits in perfectly with Ted Nolan's system," said Islanders general manager Garth Snow. "We're extremely pleased Jon chose to become an Islander."

In 307 career NHL games over parts of 8 NHL seasons, the 5-10, 190-pound Sim has scored 52 goals with 45 assists for 97 points.

"I really like Jonathan's game and I believe he's an excellent addition for us," said Islanders head coach Ted Nolan. "He's a tenacious player who doesn't take off a shift. He's exactly the kind of player we want for the Islanders."

[Isles4life]

Oh well, that saves our season. At least he plays with some energy, but we need a hell of a lot more Garth...

[DaleHunter32]

another stop on the bus ride up and down the east coast

how much?

[CairnsisGod]

1 point every 3 games, like the description. Figure the way things are going today we must have got him for 4 million a year.

[GODARDNYI]

twelve bucks and a t-shirt

[Number 29]

At least the Isles are keeping pace with the Rangers and Flyers' off-season moves.

[Mr.Hockeyy]

hell you gotta start somewhere....them and buffalo are in the same shape

[DaveBrown69]

Originally Posted by GODARDNYI

twelve bucks and a t-shirt

What a bargain!

[SCOTTSO]

It's Nearly Midnight And The Isles Have Lost Poti And Blake And Signed Sim,whats Wrong With This Picture!

[BrianTheAdsFan]

I feel like I'm downtown and can't hail the (UFA) cabs...

[bengino]

sure it's not a big move, but at least it's something... i'm wondering where some of the GM's have been.... almost 24 hours in and some teams have still yet to do SOMETHING!