Ben Hutton Signs Professional Tryout Agreement With Islanders

Veteran defenseman Ben Hutton has signed a professional tryout (PTO) with the New York Islanders. The 33-year-old spent five seasons with the Vegas Golden Knights, winning the 2023 Stanley Cup. Last season, Hutton posted a career-high six goals and nine assists for 15 points in 55 regular-season games, along with one assist in seven playoff contests during Vegas' 2026 Cup Final run. Over 575 career NHL games across 11 seasons, he has 139 points (30G, 109A) and a 2016 World Championship gold medal.