
Islanders Gear Up for Training Camp, Emphasizing Youth and Transition
The New York Islanders are entering a pivotal training camp, spotlighting emerging talent and strategic shifts under new leadership.
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The New York Islanders are entering a pivotal training camp, spotlighting emerging talent and strategic shifts under new leadership.

The New York Islanders have climbed to ninth place in the NHL's 2026 draft pipeline rankings, driven by a mix of elite defensemen and forward talent.

The New York Islanders have shifted their AHL operations to Hamilton, Ontario, enlisting veteran coach Jay McKee and a roster of fresh talent to compete in the North Division while navigating travel challenges and a push for Calder Cup contention.

The Islanders announced the hiring of Evan Gold, a seasoned hockey operations specialist, to lead both the NHL club’s assistant general manager role and the AHL affiliate Hamilton Hammers.

The New York Islanders have announced the addition of Evan Gold, a veteran of the Boston Bruins’ management group, as their new assistant general manager, signaling a strategic push to blend analytics with roster development.

A second‑round pick’s combination of skill and work ethic could reshape his role on the power play, but refinement is required.

The final day of the New York Islanders Development Camp featured a high‑intensity scrimmage, showcasing the depth of talent across both squads.

In a recent interview, Darche outlined the Islanders' four one‑year free‑agent contracts, the departure of longtime captain Anders Lee, and the $40 million cap cushion that positions the team for sustained growth.

The New York Islanders will host their annual Blue-and-White Scrimmage at the Northwell Health Ice Center on Wednesday night, with the game streamed live on newyorkislanders.com. Projected lineups for both Team Blue and Team White feature a host of top prospects, including forwards, defensemen and goaltenders, offering fans a preview of the roster ahead of the season.
Veteran youth hockey leader Chris Davidson, known for his work with the Seacoast Spartans and Seacoast Performance Academy, has been diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer. In response, a community‑wide fundraiser will be held at The Rinks at Exeter on June 20, featuring a game, raffles, a skills competition and a free clinic led by University of New Hampshire staff. The event underscores a outpouring of support that includes a GoFundMe surpassing $170,000 and donations from NHL franchises.

Arizona State University announced the addition of Jimmy Mullin to its men's hockey coaching staff, highlighting his proven record of player development and his personal ties to the program.

Arizona State University’s men’s hockey program announced the hiring of Jimmy Mullin as an assistant coach for the 2026‑27 season, bringing a proven record of player development and a deep connection to the Sun Devil community.