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Islanders General Manager Mathieu Darche On Scott Mayfield Trade Rumors

Mathieu Darche shuts down trade speculation surrounding the veteran defenseman, clarifying that neither the player nor the team has initiated a move despite significant interest from outside suitors.

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 7:08 PM
Islanders General Manager Mathieu Darche On Scott Mayfield Trade Rumors
Key Things to Know
  • Mathieu Darche shut down trade rumors involving New York Islanders defenseman Scott Mayfield.
  • Scott Mayfield has not requested a trade and was not asked to waive his full no-trade clause.
  • The 34-year-old defenseman remains under a seven-year contract worth $3.5 million per season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

New York Islanders general manager Mathieu Darche has rejected rumors regarding defenseman Scott Mayfield, confirming there is no truth to the trade speculation. Darche clarified that Mayfield has not requested a trade, nor has the team asked the veteran blue liner to waive his full no-trade clause.

Agent Matt Keator attended a recent 3-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks to watch multiple clients, not to discuss a transfer. Mayfield is in the fourth year of a seven-year contract valued at $3.5 million annually.

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