Islanders confirmed Tsyplakov’s fate in Palat trade

Fansided | January 28, 2026

The New York Islanders confirmed Maxim Tsyplakov's fate in the late-night trade with the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night.

Dec 2, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders right wing Maxim Tsyplakov (7) fights for the puck against Tampa Bay Lightning center Dominic James (17) during the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The New York Islanders dropped a bit of a bombshell on Tuesday by sending beleaguered forward Maxim Tsyplakov to the New Jersey Devils in exchange for Ondrej Palat and two draft picks.