The Islanders took a more complicated road than necessary, but will get the same 23-man roster in the end.
The team placed Ross Johnston on waivers Monday afternoon, meaning that Simon Holmstrom took the final spot on the varsity heading into Saturday’s opener against the Sabres.
After playing 50 games for the Islanders last year as a product of injuries throughout the lineup, then sitting out during the playoffs, Holmstrom will have gotten in on his own merit.Asked Monday prior to any moves being announced whether Holmstrom had earned a roster spot, coach Lane Lambert all but confirmed he would be sticking around without officially doing so.
It is unlikely that Johnston, who carries a $1.1 million annual salary, will be picked up off waivers.
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