The NHL's buyout window is set to open, and the New York Islanders are likely to be among the teams making some tough decisions about their roster. The buyout window, which typically lasts for a few days, allows teams to release players from their contracts without incurring the full cost of the remaining salary. This can be a crucial move for teams looking to free up cap space, but it also comes with significant financial implications for the released players. For the Islanders, who are facing a looming salary cap crunch, the buyout window presents an opportunity to retool their roster and potentially make a push for the playoffs.

Explaining The NHL Buyout Window & What It Means For The Islanders  Yahoo Sports