Mitchell Chaffee Recalled By Islanders As Alexander Romanov Hits IR

The New York Islanders have recalled forward Mitchell Chaffee from Hamilton of the AHL on an emergency basis. Chaffee signed a one-year, one-way deal in July and has recorded six points (three goals, three assists) through six games with Hamilton. The 28-year-old brings 109 games of NHL experience, having last played for the Tampa Bay Lightning during the 2025-26 season. The roster move comes as defenseman Alexander Romanov has been placed on injured reserve by the team.