Matias Maccelli spoke with several teams around the league during the free agency process, but after meeting with the Islanders’ staff, he knew this was where he wanted to be.

A former fourth-round steal, the skilled Finnish forward joins New York after outscoring several first-round stars. Now, he faces a high-stakes "prove-it" year to cement his long-term future.

New York Islanders right wing Simon Holmstrom (10) skates with the puck against Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Matias MacCelli (63) during the first period at UBS Arena, Saturday, Jan....Hours...

The New York Islanders have agreed to terms with 25-year-old forward Matias Maccelli on a one-year contract with $2.25 million.

With multiple moves completed already on the trade front by GM John Chayka, here are some targets for the Toronto Maple Leafs in this free agency period.

After the Maple Leafs surprisingly cut ties with the skilled winger, Nashville has a prime opportunity to gamble on the former Utah standout's proven offensive playmaking abilities.

With roster gaps widening and salary cap constraints looming, a discarded Toronto playmaker offers Minnesota a high-skill, cost-effective solution to bolster Kirill Kaprizov’s top-line production.

As the NHL qualifying deadline passes, available free agents like Matias Maccelli and Paul Cotter offer Mathieu Darche fresh opportunities to bolster New York’s middle-six scoring and grit.

The Bruins should strongly consider making a push for Matias Maccelli.