Islanders Embark on New Coach Search, Potential In-House Candidate Emerges The New York Islanders are set to start their latest head coach search following the promotion of AHL head coach Rocky Thompson to an NHL assistant coach role. As the team begins its quest to find a new bench boss, insiders suggest that a top contender to lead the newly-named Hamilton Hammers - the Islanders' American Hockey League affiliate - may already be within the organization. Former Lehigh Valley Phantoms head coach Ian Laperriere, who recently transitioned to a pro scout role with the Islanders, has long been considered a strong candidate for the position. With his extensive coaching experience and existing ties to the organization, Laperriere could be the perfect fit to guide the Hammers to success in the AHL.
The New York Islanders will begin yet another head coach search after promoting AHL head coach Rocky Thompson into an NHL assistant coach role. Their best option to helm the newly-named Hamilton Hammers could already be within the organization. Former Lehigh Valley Phantoms head coach Ian Laperriere moved into a pro scout role with the Islanders […]
