Romanov lands on IR, creating a roster spot. Islanders eye Bridgeport recall as their blue-line depth is tested.
EAST MEADOW, NY -- The New York Islanders have placed defenseman Alexander Romanov on Injured Reserve, retroactive to Oct. 16, per the team.
Romanov, who missed 18 games in 2024-25, has missed the last two games and will miss the next two, per general manager Mathieu Darche.
He is eligible to be activated off IR on Friday.
This move creates a roster spot for the Islanders and once forward Marc Gatcomb passes through waivers or gets claimed, they will have the necessary cap space to recall a player from Bridgeport of the American Hockey League.
Romanov is in the first season of an eight-year deal worth $6.25 million annually.