The New York Islanders have signed forward Alex Jefferies to a one-year, two-way contract that will see him play in both the NHL and AHL. The announcement was made by the team on social media.
Jefferies, 24, is a left-handed forward who spent the 2025-26 season with the Bridgeport Islanders of the AHL, where he recorded nine goals and 20 assists for 29 points in 60 games. He has yet to make an appearance in an NHL regular-season game.
Jefferies will now have the opportunity to compete for a roster spot with the Islanders, who are looking to add depth to their forward group. His performance in the AHL last season suggests he has the potential to contribute at the NHL level.
This signing gives the Islanders additional flexibility in their forward lines, with Jefferies able to serve as a depth player or fill in when needed. The team will now look to see how he performs in training camp and the preseason as they prepare for the upcoming season.