The New York Islanders have named Jay McKee head coach of the Hamilton Hammers, the team's new American Hockey League affiliate.
McKee, 48, spent the past five years as head coach of the Hamilton and Brantford Bulldogs of the Ontario Hockey League. Last season he led Brantford to the best record in the OHL with a mark of 48-10-8-2. In 2021-22 he guided Hamilton to a league championship and a berth in the Memorial Cup tournament.
The New York Islanders appointed Jay McKee as head coach of their new American Hockey League affiliate, the Hamilton Hammers. McKee oversaw the team's 2026 development camp and introduced prospects to the organization's playing style.
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Oak View Group, TD Coliseum and the New York Islanders have announced the name and brand identity for their new American Hockey League team in Hamilton, Ontario. The team will be known as the Hamilton Hammers and will begin play in the 2026-27 season.
The Ontario Reign have added Mike Haviland as an assistant coach. Haviland, 58, joins after two seasons as an assistant with the Columbus Blue Jackets in the NHL.
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