New York Islanders defenseman Travis Hamonic has rescinded the trade he previously requested from the team, according to multiple reports.
Although he was never moved, Hamonic's request caused quite a stir at the time, as the 25-year-old's role with the team was increasing, and he was continuing to develop into a reliable defenseman.
Hamonic said he requested the trade prior to the season, but word got out in November. The request was based on being closer to a family matter.
"The root of all this is a personal family matter of mine that I hold dear to my heart," Hamonic said at the time. "It has nothing to do with the organization or how I’ve been treated here for six years of playing and another two or three since I was drafted. I’ve honestly been treated like gold from the start."
"When (Garth and I) talked about this, it was more on a personal level than just a player-GM thing," Hamonic added."He understands what this means for me and how difficult it is. He’s really been there for me and I couldn’t thank him enough."
A Manitoba native, Hamonic was linked to the Winnipeg Jets, as well as other Canadian teams while the trade rumors swirled.
In 72 games, Hamonic registered 21 points and logged 23:49 of ice-time per game in the regular season. He has four years remaining on his current contract with an annual average value of $3.86 million.
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