The New York Islanders have strengthened their defensive lineup by acquiring Scott Perunovich from the St. Louis Blues in exchange for a conditional fifth-round pick in the 2026 draft. This trade follows the Islanders' recent signing of Tony DeAngelo, who made his debut this past Saturday after joining on a prorated contract worth $775,000.

The Islanders, currently in seventh place in the Metropolitan Division, have turned their season around with a four-game winning streak after a rough start, losing 27 of their first 44 games. Perunovich, 26, has had a fluctuating role in his second full NHL season, contributing six points across 24 games. He brings experience with 33 points in over 100 regular-season and playoff games, but remains on the cusp of a restricted free agency this summer. This acquisition could be vital for the Islanders as they look to solidify their playoff ambitions.