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Cleared for camp practices Pelech (undisclosed) participated in Thursday's practice, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

Impact Per Gross, Pelech is wearing a shield to protect his jaw after taking a puck to the mouth recently. The defenseman also told reporters he is fully healthy and ready to play, so the jaw shield appears to just be a precaution. He plays a physically taxing style and has missed over 20 games in each of the last three seasons, though he should be a regular in the lineup when healthy. Pelech had 21 points (all assists) with 87 blocked shot and 73 hits in 60 regular-season games in 2024-25.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rangers pitched to acquire Adam Pelech in trade with rival Islanders | Sporting News Cole Shelton of Heavy Sports has proposed that the New York Rangers swing a trade with the rival New York Islanders for defenseman Adam Pele...

AUGUST 18, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Not playing Thursday Pelech (undisclosed) will sit out Thursday's season finale in Columbus, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

Impact Pelech was in concussion protocol prior to Tuesday's tilt against Washington and while he played 18:06, he could be suffering some after effects. Pelech had 21 assists and 87 blocked shots over 60 games in 2024-25.

APRIL 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Isles Day to Day: Pelech In Vs Capitals | New York Islanders Adam Pelech joined the team for morning skate after absorbing a hit against the Devils on Sunday

APRIL 15, 2025 • NHL.COM

Good to go Tuesday Pelech cleared concussion protocol and will be available versus Washington on Tuesday, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports.

Impact Pelech will avoid missing any games after being forced to exit Sunday's clash with the Devils after just 9:06 of ice time. The 30-year-old defenseman is not exactly known for his offensive upside, as evident by the fact that he has yet to find the back of the net in 59 games this season. Pelech has rushed out 21 helpers, however, getting him back over the 20-point threshold for the third time in the last four years.

APRIL 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Devils F Paul Cotter suspended 2 games for check to head The NHL Department of Safety suspended New Jersey Devils forward Paul Cotter for two games following a hearing Monday.Cotter was assessed a...

APRIL 14, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Devils' Paul Cotter Suspended For Illegal Check To The Head On Sunday afternoon, New Jersey Devils' Paul Cotter received a match penalty for an illegal check to the head against New York Islanders' Ad...

APRIL 14, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Devils' Paul Cotter suspended for the final 2 regular-season games for illegal check to the head

New Jersey Devils forward Paul Cotter has been suspended for the final two regular-season games for his illegal check to the head that injured New York Islanders defenseman Adam Pe...

APRIL 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Devils Forward Given Match Penalty For Illegal Check To Head During the New Jersey Devils' April 13 contest against the New York Islanders, forward Paul Cotter was given a match penalty for an illegal...

APRIL 13, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Bo Horvat scores, Ilya Sorokin makes 25 saves and Islanders top Devils 1-0

Bo Horvat scored late in the second period and Ilya Sorokin made 25 saves and the New York Islanders topped the New Jersey Devils 1-0

APRIL 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Suffers injury Sunday Pelech (upper body) won't return to Sunday's game versus New Jersey.

Impact Pelech sustained the injury after being on the receiving end of a high hit from Paul Cotter early in the second period. The 30-year-old Pelech entered Sunday's matchup with 21 assists, 107 shots on goal, 86 blocked shots and 73 hits in 58 appearances this season. It's unclear if he will play in the Islanders' final two outings of the regular season. If Pelech is out, Adam Boqvist, Mike Reilly or Scott Perunovich could play against Washington on Tuesday.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Helpers in consecutive games Pelech managed an assist, three shots on goal and a minus-5 rating in Thursday's 9-2 loss to the Rangers.

Impact While Pelech got on the scoresheet, this was an ugly defensive performance for him and defense partner Ryan Pulock. The 30-year-old Pelech has four helpers and a plus-2 rating over the last seven contests, and he remains a steady part of the Islanders' lineup. For the season, he's at 21 assists, 106 shots on net, 84 blocked shots, 72 hits and a plus-5 rating through 57 outings.

APRIL 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Guentzel, Vasilevskiy help Lightning beat Islanders 4-1 for 4th straight win

Jake Guentzel had a goal and an assist, Andrei Vasilevskiy stopped 28 shots, and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the New York Islanders 4-1 for their fourth straight win to inch close...

APRIL 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Helpers in back-to-back games Pelech notched an assist and went plus-2 in Sunday's 6-4 loss to the Hurricanes.

Impact Pelech was a bright spot for the Islanders in an otherwise poor defensive showing. This was his second game in a row with a helper. The 30-year-old defenseman is up to 19 assists this season while adding 99 shots on net, 78 blocked shots, 70 hits and a plus-6 rating through 52 appearances. He hasn't scored a goal, but he could still get to the 20-point mark for the fourth time in his 10-year career.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Produces assist Pelech logged an assist, two shots on goal and two blocked shots in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Lightning.

Impact The helper was Pelech's first point in six games since he returned from missing a contest due to a lower-body injury. The 30-year-old has continued to play in a shutdown role in the Islanders' top four. He's up to 18 points (all assists) with 98 shots on net, 77 blocked shots, 70 hits, 28 PIM and a plus-4 rating across 51 appearances this season. Pelech can give a boost for fantasy managers chasing the physical categories, and he may even chip in a point here or there.

MARCH 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Pelech (lower body) will play against Pittsburgh on Tuesday, according to Rachel Luscher of the Islanders' official site.

Impact After a one-game absence, Pelech will play alongside Tony DeAngelo in Tuesday's matchup because Alexander Romanov (illness) is unavailable. The 30-year-old Pelech has 17 assists, 87 shots on goal, 65 blocked shots and 68 hits across 45 appearances this season.

MARCH 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Pelech (lower body) won't play Sunday against Florida, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

Impact The Islanders will be shorthanded on the blueline with both Pelech and Adam Boqvist (upper body) out. Scott Mayfield and Scott Perunovich will likely round out the Isles' defensive corps Sunday. Pelech has 17 assists in 45 games this year.

MARCH 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

EDM 2 at NYI 1 (OT): Adam Pelech | New York Islanders Adam Pelech addressed the media following the Islanders 2 - 1 overtime loss against the Edmonton Oilers.

MARCH 15, 2025 • NHL.COM

NYI vs EDM 3/14: Adam Pelech | New York Islanders Adam Pelech addressed the media ahead of tonight's matchup against the Edmonton Oilers.

MARCH 14, 2025 • NHL.COM

Generates assist in loss Pelech notched an assist, two hits and two PIM in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to the Kings.

Impact Pelech has a helper in two of his last three games. The 30-year-old defenseman helped out on an Anders Lee tally in the second period. For the season, Pelech has racked up 17 assists, 87 shots on net, 68 hits, 61 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating over 44 appearances. He appears to be safe in the lineup, especially after Adam Boqvist (undisclosed) left Tuesday's game early.

MARCH 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Colangelo scores 2, Dostal stops 31 shots as Ducks beat Islanders 4-1

Sam Colangelo scored twice, Lukas Dostal stopped 31 shots and the Anaheim Ducks beat the New York Islanders 4-1

MARCH 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Records helper Saturday Pelech posted an assist, two blocked shots, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Sharks.

Impact This was Pelech's first point over four outings in March. The 30-year-old defenseman won't typically put up big scoring numbers -- it's his physical and defensive play that draws modest attention in deep fantasy formats. For the season, Pelech has 16 helpers, 82 shots on net, 66 hits, 60 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating over 42 appearances. While the Islanders are currently carrying nine blueliners on the roster, it doesn't look like Pelech is in any danger of slipping out of the lineup.

MARCH 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Snags assist in win Pelech logged an assist and two blocked shots in Thursday's 2-1 win over the Bruins.

Impact Pelech ended a four-game dry spell with the helper. The 30-year-old defenseman is maintaining a top-four role as a shutdown defender even with the Islanders' blue line back to nearly full health. He's managed 15 assists, 76 shots on net, 57 blocked shots, 51 hits and a plus-4 rating across 38 appearances. He's not a big scorer, but even with a 20-game absence earlier in the campaign, he still has a chance to hit the 20-point mark.

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

NYR 5 vs NYI 1: Adam Pelech | New York Islanders Adam Pelech addressed the media following the Islanders 5-1 loss against the New York Rangers.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • NHL.COM

Winnipeg aims to keep win streak alive, hosts New York

The Winnipeg Jets head into a matchup with the New York Islanders as winners of seven games in a row

FEBRUARY 6, 2025 • Associated Press

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Devils' Paul Cotter suspended for the final 2 regular-season games for illegal check to the head

Bo Horvat scores, Ilya Sorokin makes 25 saves and Islanders top Devils 1-0

Guentzel, Vasilevskiy help Lightning beat Islanders 4-1 for 4th straight win

Colangelo scores 2, Dostal stops 31 shots as Ducks beat Islanders 4-1

Winnipeg aims to keep win streak alive, hosts New York