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Jay McKee, a longtime OHL player and coach, has shifted from a playing stint with the Buffalo Sabres to a coaching role with the New York Islanders’ AHL affiliate, the Hamilton Hammers, drawing on mentorship from Lindy Ruff and a decade of head‑coaching experience.
Evan Gold joins the New York Islanders as assistant general manager and GM of the Hamilton Hammers, bringing a decade‑plus track record of AHL success and front‑office leadership.
A breakout season in the AHL has positioned Dylan Kuefler as a leading candidate for the New York Islanders' NHL roster, while the club explores tryout agreements with former top prospects Patrik Laine and Oliver Wahlstrom and monitors the overseas move of Dennis Good Bogg.
The Hamilton Hammers have signed unrestricted free agent goaltender Ryan Fanti to a one‑year contract, positioning him to start the season with the Trenton IronHawks while competing for an NHL opportunity.
Jussi Ahokas, celebrated for his Memorial Cup triumph with the Kitchener Rangers, joins the Colorado Eagles as head coach, promising a blend of Finnish and North American tactics to navigate the team's AHL challenges.
A deep dive into the AHL’s strategic shifts, from veteran exodus to potential Texas expansion, and the league’s growing focus on player development and media presence.
After a four‑year stint at Harvard and a trade from the Minnesota Wild, Ryan Healey signed a one‑way AHL contract with the Hamilton Hammers, eager to make an impression on the New York Islanders organization.
Ryan Fanti, a 26‑year‑old netminder from Thunder Bay, Ontario, has signed with the newly relocated Hamilton Hammers, adding depth to the team’s debut roster in the American Hockey League.
After five seasons in the New York Rangers system, Scanlin signs with the Hamilton Hammers, aiming to contribute his defensive skill and offensive flair to the club’s push for playoff contention.
Isaiah George, a defenseman entering his fifth season with the New York Islanders, is focused on securing a place in the lineup for the 2026‑27 campaign.
David Rittich, a seasoned net‑minder for the New York Islanders, is entering free agency as the team confirms Semyon Varlamov will return as Ilya Sorokin's backup, reshaping the club's goaltending depth.
After a 70‑point campaign and an OHL championship run, defenseman Kashawn Aitcheson is set to turn pro, drawing praise from Jay McKee and aiming for a roster spot with the Islanders.
After leading the Kitchener Rangers to a 2026 Memorial Cup championship, third‑round Islanders prospect Luca Romano looks ahead to development camp under new coach Jay McKee, reconnecting with teammate Tomas Poletin, and modeling his game after Mathew Barzal.
A deep dive into how Zach Benson’s physical play, clutch scoring and penalty‑minute leadership defined the Buffalo Sabres’ playoff run and positioned him for a lucrative restricted free‑agent contract.
Jay McKee, a 48‑year‑old former NHL defenseman, is set to lead the Hamilton Hammers as their new head coach, bringing a wealth of playing and coaching experience.
After five successful seasons with the Brantford Bulldogs, Jay McKee is named head coach of the Hamilton Hammers, promising a new era of development and community engagement.
Jay McKee, a seasoned NHL veteran and accomplished coach, has been named the inaugural head coach of the Hamilton Hammers, the new American Hockey League affiliate of the New York Islanders.