"Islanders Make Historic Move: Jay McKee Named AHL's Hamilton Hammers First-Ever Head Coach In a significant step in the New York Islanders' organizational growth, the team has appointed Jay McKee as the inaugural head coach of their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Hamilton Hammers. The announcement, made public late morning on May 29, marks a new chapter in the Islanders' development pipeline. As the first-ever head coach of the Hammers, McKee will be tasked with shaping the team's identity and guiding the players towards a successful season in the AHL. With this move, the Islanders demonstrate their commitment to building a robust farm system, a crucial component in fostering future NHL talent."
On May 29, the New York Islanders hired Jay McKee as their first-ever head coach of the American Hockey League (AHL) Hamilton Hammers. The Islanders made the announcement official late morning…
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